Dusty Red Napa Valley
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
DUSTY RED NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2012 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 37% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Franc, 26% Syrah, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon ALCOHOL: 14.6 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 24 Months in French oak CASE PRODUCTION: 630 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: Composed primarily of Merlot harvested from Gargiulo Vineyards in Oakville and Cabernet Franc harvested from Carpenter Vineyards in Saint Helena, the 2012 Dusty Red is a perfect balance of spicy aromas and fruit-forward favors. Each varietal was individually fermented and aged, then drawn from barrels and blended prior to bottling. UPC CODE NUMBER: 852024001774 - 750 ml GOLD DENVER INTERNATIONAL 89 WINE COMPETITION www.gibbsnapavalley.com MERLOT Money Road Vineyard OAKVILLE • NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2012 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 84% Merlot, 14% Petit Verdot, 2% Other ALCOHOL: 14.9 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 24 Months in French and American oak CASE PRODUCTION: 505 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: Our current release from the 2012 vintage is the result of a growing season that saw minimal frost, mild weather without extended heat waves, and huge yields for growers all around Napa Valley. Made with Merlot grapes harvested from Gargiulo Vineyards in Oakville, a grower we have been working with since 2007. After harvest we utilized extended maceration (soaking the juice with skins and seeds as long as possible to extract color and tannins) to create a beautifully dark and complex wine that was then sent to barrel for 24 months. UPC CODE NUMBER: 826453521011 - 750 ml 89 SILVER www.gibbsnapavalley.com CABERNET FRANC Carpenter Vineyard SAINT HELENA • NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2013 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 95% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot ALCOHOL: 15.7 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 20 Months in French oak CASE PRODUCTION: 371 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: Harvested from family-owned vineyards in Saint Helena, the 2013 Cabernet Franc is a wonderful expression of a lesser-known Napa Valley varietal. Classic Cabernet Franc that offers a lighter body and more peppery notes than our staple Cabernet Sauvignon, with delicious favors of blacberry and plum. Many people have asked us if Cabernet Franc is the same as Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s close (genetically), but a bit different in taste. This is because Cabernet Franc is one of the two parent varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon, the other being Sauvignon Blanc. Enjoy! GOLD GOLD DENVER INTERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION GOLD UPC CODE NUMBER: 852024001545 - 750 ml www.gibbsnapavalley.com CabNAPArnet VALLEY Franc Winemakers Notes: As one the of the four Bordeaux wines used in blending into Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc is known for its aromatic qualities of foral violet, rich blueberry, and dark plum. Luscious deep red and burgundy purple in color, the immediate aromatics of this Cabernet Franc are of deep dark cherry, anise, and plum. Aged 14 months in select French oak barrels, delicate cedar cigar box aromas allow the fruit expression to prevail.Soft velvet tannins add to the mouthfeel as plum, raspberry, mushroom and black pepper come together in a classic expression of Bordeaux varietal fruit. As beautiful and youthfull, this wine has the tannins and acidity to age well for 6-8 years in the cellar. Vintage 2016 Alcohol: 14.8% Case Production: 287 Cases Composition: 100% Cabernet Franc Oak Program: 14 months in French & American Oak UPC Number: 857402006150 617 Crystal Springs Road, St Helena CA 94574 • (707) 963-3997 • WWW.GIBBSNAPAVALLEY.COM CABERNET SAUVIGNON THREE CLONES NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2014 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Petite Sirah ALCOHOL: 14.5 percent OAK PROGRAM: 24 months in French and American oak CASE PRODUCTION: 797 cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: The Gibbs 2014 Three Clones Cabernet Sauvignon is the result of a superb growing year in Napa Valley. Consistently warm weather with few heat spikes and little threat of rain during harvest allowed us to pick at optimal ripeness to balance tannins, sugar levels, and favor. Three Clones Cabernet Sauvignon owes its name to the three Cabernet clones grown on the estate, 6 | 15 | 337, that create the base for this delicious wine. Each clone adds unique character and complexity to the blend. Upon opening, you are greeted by mouthwatering aromas of ripe black cherries and the tantalizing dusty smell of french oak. A delicious, textured mid-palate of plum and dark fruits sprinkled with black pepper meets soft, sizable tannins for a smooth and silky nis. UPC CODE NUMBER: 857402006099 - 750 ml www.gibbsnapavalley.com Three Clones CabrnetNAPA S VALLEYauvignon Winemakers Notes: Gibbs Three Clones Cabernet Sauvignon is the result of a superb growing year in our own St. Helena vineyards and throughout the Napa Valley. A consistently high temperature growing season made for choice fruit dense in color and favor. Three Clones Cabernet Sauvignon owes its name to the Cabernet clones grown on the estate, 6, 15, and 337, that create the base of this delicious wine. Each clone adds unique character, complexity, and depth to the Cabernet. On the nose there are aromas of ripe black cherries and dusty French oak with a textured mid-palate bursting with plum, stewed dark fruits, and notes of black pepper. Soft, sizable tannins make for a smooth and silky fnish. Vintage 2015 Alcohol: 14.7% Case Production: 617 Cases Composition: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 4% Petite Verdot Oak Program: 24 months in 35% new French oak UPC Number: 857402006099 617 Crystal Springs Road, St Helena CA 94574 • (707) 963-3997 • WWW.GIBBSNAPAVALLEY.COM Pinot Noir LOS CARNEROS • NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2014 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 100% Pinot Noir ALCOHOL: 14.8 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 15 Months - 50% new French and Hungarian oak CASE PRODUCTION: 164 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: Gibbs 2014 Pinot Noir comes from one of the cooler growing regions in the Napa Valley, Los Carneros. Situated close to the San Pablo bay, this area is characterized by ample fog and regular cool breezes, making it perfect for cooler climate varietals such as Pinot Noir. Aged in a combination of 50% new French and Hungarian oak, Gibbs Pinot has a unique and complex structure with deep, spicy notes. Dark in color and full bodied, the aroma and palate are of luscious strawberry, ripe cherry and rhubarb. This is a classic Pinot Noir that will become a household favorite in no time! UPC CODE NUMBER: 857402006075 - 750 ml www.gibbsnapavalley.com Los Carneros PNiAPAnot V ALLEYNoir Winemakers Notes: Gibbs Pinot Noir comes from one of the cooler growing regions in the Napa Valley, Los Carneros. Situated close to the San Pablo bay, this area is characterized by ample fog and regular cool breezes, making it perfect for cooler climate varietals such as Pinot Noir. Aged in a combination of 50% new French and Hungarian oak, Gibbs Pinot has a unique and complex structure with deep, spicy notes. Dark in color and full-bodied, the aroma and palate are of luscious strawberry, ripe cherry, and rhubarb. This is a classic Pinot Noir that will become a household favorite in no time! Vintage 2014 Alcohol: 14.8% Case Production: 359 Cases Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Oak Program: 15 months in 50% new French and Hungarian oak UPC Number: 857402006075 617 Crystal Springs Road, St Helena CA 94574 • (707) 963-3997 • WWW.GIBBSNAPAVALLEY.COM CHARDONNAY NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE: 2013 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 100% Chardonnay ALCOHOL: 13.9 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 11 Months in French oak - 40% new CASE PRODUCTION: 607 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: As with the 2012 vintage, we’ve continued to harvest grapes from P&J Vineyards in Saint Helena, Napa Valley, a grower that has given us quality fruit for years. Barrel fermented in 40% new French oak and stirred on the lees for 16 weeks, the Gibbs 2013 Chardonnay features aromas of vanilla and nutmeg with a delicious honey, pear, and melon body. it a crisp and clean nis tis is a perfect Chardonnay for any summer occasion UPC CODE NUMBER: 852024001583 - 750 ml SILVER SILVER www.gibbsnapavalley.com CNaAPArdon VALLEYnay Winemakers Notes: With delicate foral notes on the nose, and a lush body packed full of ripe fruits wrapped in French oak, this Chardonnay is a beautiful representation of a classic Napa Valley Chardonnay. Barrel fermented in French oak and stirred on the lees for 16 weeks, Gibbs Chardonnay boasts a beautiful color reminiscent of straw or gold. Upon opening, you are greeted by mouth-watering aromas of vanilla bean and stone fruits that give way to a deliciously round body full of juicy pear, ripe melon, and hints of honey. Acid brings balance, making for a crisp and clean fnish. The perfect Chardonnay for any occasion! Vintage 2015 Alcohol: 13.5% Case Production: 230 Cases Composition: 100% Chardonnay Oak Program: 6 months in 40% new French oak UPC Number: 857402006105 617 Crystal Springs Road, St Helena CA 94574 • (707) 963-3997 • WWW.GIBBSNAPAVALLEY.COM CHARDONNAY Bacigalupi Vineyard RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY • SONOMA VINTAGE: 2014 VARIETAL COMPOSITION: 100% Chardonnay ALCOHOL: 14.7 Percent OAK PROGRAM: 10 Months - 60% new French oak CASE PRODUCTION: 369 Cases WINEMAKER’S NOTES: At Gibbs we focus on making quality Napa Valley wines, but from time to time we come across an opportunity we just can’t pass up. So is the case with this beautiful Chardonnay from the world- famous Bacigalupi Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. The wines we make from vineyards outside of the Napa Valley are small batch and limited release, so make sure to grab them while you can! Gibbs 2014 Russian River Chardonnay was sourced from the Bacigalupi Vineyard. Barrel fermented in 60% new French oak and stirred on the lees, this is a beautiful Burgundian style Chardonnay. Aromas of honey suckle, vanilla and a hint of oak give way to a round, luscious body of melon, peach, apricot, and pear.