Stefania Wines - Santa Cruz Mountain Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel

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For 2005 we made 2 wines:

2005 Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah Mendocino AVA

Label for Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah 2005
  • One ton crushed on 10/21/05. Brix 27.5, pH 3.67
  • 100% destemmed and crushed lightly by foot leaving a large percentage of whole berries.
  • A light sulfuring of 25ppm and 545 grams of tartaric acid where added. The must was cold soaked for 3 days. Fermentation completed on 11/6/05 and the must was lightly pressed to 1.0 atmospheres, with 70% of the wine being free run.
  • The must was transferred to a total of 25% new French Oak and 75% neutral 2+ year old French Oak where it completed Malolactic Fermentation in January of 2006
  • Tasting Note: Dark and rich with dark fruit flavors of blackberry and black cherry, smoke, sweet spice and pepper. Finished very long with spicy pepper notes. Big but never feels out of balance or heavy, just dense and full. Will improve for 5-7 years. Should pair well with any smoked or grilled meats, stews and any dish prepared with Herbs de Provance. See Cellar Tracker Notes
  • Released: Spring of 2007.
  • Price: 3 pack for $105, 6 pack for $210.
  • Availability: SOLD OUT
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2005 Uvas Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Clara Valley AVA

Label for Uvas Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
  • One ton crushed on 10/21/05. Brix 25.1, pH 3.58
  • 100% destemmed and crushed with a foot stomp. The fruit came in excellent and less than 10 pounds was removed in presort. A light sulfuring of 25ppm and 70 grams of tartaric acid were added. The must was cold soaked for 3 days. Fermentation completed on 11/6/05 and the must was lightly pressed to 1.4 atmospheres, with 80% of the wine being free run.
  • The must was transferred to a total of 50% new French Oak and 50% neutral 2+ year old French Oak where it completed Malolactic Fermentation in January of 2006
  • Tasting Note: Ruby red with sweet vanilla and black cherry on the nose. Good texture, tannins are smooth and ripe and the wine feels very pleasant and even light. The tannins and acids are balanced leading to the pleasing texture. Notes of currant, spice, cherry and olives give classic Cabernet flavors. The finish is long and savory. The wine was bottled in May 2007 and will be released in the Fall of 2007. Should drink well early over the next 5-7 years and pair well with grilled meats, pizza and lamb dishes.
  • Release Scheduled: Fall of 2007.
  • Estimated Price: 3 pack for $105, 6 pack for $210.
  • Availability: SOLD OUT
  • Download This Wine Label (JPG - 222K)