Napa Valley
2009 Dolce, Napa Valley
This dramatic three-liter of our late harvest jewel is one of our rarest and most irresistible formats of Dolce, Napa Valley. The 2009 vintage offers aromas of apricot, poached pear and orange rind dominate more subtle clove and mineral notes. The flavors reflect the aromas on the nose, melding with a mouthwatering texture and added notes of juicy orange and citrus blossom. This wine shows the restraint of youthfulness with the expectation that its bottle bouquet will emerge with a few more years of bottle age.
Napa Valley
2009 Dolce, Napa Valley
Napa Valley
2009 Dolce, Napa Valley
This dramatic three-liter of our late harvest jewel is one of our rarest and most irresistible formats of Dolce, Napa Valley. The 2009 vintage offers aromas of apricot, poached pear and orange rind dominate more subtle clove and mineral notes. The flavors reflect the aromas on the nose, melding with a mouthwatering texture and added notes of juicy orange and citrus blossom. This wine shows the restraint of youthfulness with the expectation that its bottle bouquet will emerge with a few more years of bottle age.
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The Details
Varietal
79% Semillon
21% Sauvignon Blanc
Aging
31 months in French oak (100% new)
Harvest Dates
October 26 - 31, 2009
Release Date
2015
Winemaker
Greg Allen
Despite 2009 challenges, Dolce crafted an exceptional vintage with six-day harvest and unique Sauvignon Blanc blend.
In 2009, Dolce's winemaking team faced a challenging growing season that ultimately yielded a gorgeous vintage. Early October rains destroyed much fruit but encouraged Botrytis growth on the remaining clusters. Through meticulous harvesting over six days, enough ripe and concentrated fruit was sorted just before early November storms. Smaller Semillon yields led to a higher percentage of Sauvignon Blanc, enhancing the wine's flavors and acidity. This resulted in the smallest blend since 1996, making the 2009 vintage exceptional.
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A region celebrated for its ideal climate and varied terrain.
Napa Valley AVA is world-renowned for its diverse microclimates and rich soils, producing some of the world's finest wines. With over 16 sub-AVAs, it offers a rich palette of flavors, primarily excelling in Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.
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