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HELLER ESTATE 100% Organically Grown “Magical That Dance On Your Palate!”

2011 BORONDA BLEND

Aroma: Matured and nuanced aromas of integrated , dark cherry, baker’s chocolate and herbs.

Palate: Bright mouth feel with predominant flavors of tart berries, cocoa and spices. Fruity but dry with medium to full body and gripping dusty tannins. A vibrant, lively with great table appeal; pair with prime rib or sip with sharp, dry cheeses and sour French bread. Enjoy this wine now or cellar for 3-10 years to develop additional nuances.

Comments: 2011 turned out to be a very challenging . Minimal winter rains coupled with late spring frosts and very cool summer temperatures combined for reduced yields. started late and the window was narrow because of rain 2011 and a cold snap in October. Overall, due to our unique growing region we weathered these obstacle well and harvested some beautiful fruit.

Technical Data: Composition: 48% , 32% , 12 % , 8% Harvest Date: Oct. 27th –Nov. 10th, 2011 pH: 3.90 Brix at Harvest: 23.4-24.0 Acid: 0.64 g / 100 ml Alcohol: 13.7% Free & Total SO2: 35 / 95 ppm Residual Sugar: 2 mg / 100 ml (0.02%) Bottling Date: October 2014

Overlooking the Cachagua region of Carmel Valley, ("Cachagua" is believed to be an Indian derivative of the French "cacher" and the Spanish "agua" meaning ‘hidden waters ’), and framed by the dramatic surrounding hills, lie the beautiful mountain of the Heller Estate.

The 120 acres of , Merlot, Cabernet Franc, , and are planted at an altitude of 1200 - 1500 feet , producing rich, luscious , which result in outstanding premium wines.

The vineyards are certified 100% organic . Neither herbicides nor pesticides are used in the production of the grapes. This certification was granted (in 1996) after three of clean farming, although the vineyards have always employed organic methods throughout the years.

TOLL FREE : 800.625.8466 · LOCAL : 831.659.6220 · F AX : 831.659.6226 · E MAIL : INFO @HELLERESTATE .COM ADDRESS : PO B OX 999, 69 W. C ARMEL VALLEY RD, C ARMEL VALLEY , CA 93924

VINTAGE 2011 VARIETY RED WINE "BORONDA BLEND" COMPOSITION 48% CABERNET FRANC, 32% MERLOT,12% PETIT VERDOT, 8% MALBEC BRIX AT HARVEST 23.4 - 24.0 HARVEST DATES OCTOBER 27TH THROUGH NOVEMBER 10TH, 2011

FERMENTATION COLD SOAKED 3-DAYS (50 º F) IN STAINLESS STEEL

FERMENTATION 30-40 DAYS METHOD MEMBRANE PRESSED TO 0.4 BARS OAK PROFILE 100% FRENCH OAK, 100% NEUTRAL BARRELS TIME IN OAK 34 MONTHS

BOTTLE PREPARATION NO FINING, STERILE FILTERED THROUGH 0.45 μ PADS BOTTLING DATE OCTOBER 2014

ALCOHOL 13.7% RESIDUAL SUGAR 2 mg/100ml (0.02%) pH 3.90 TOTAL ACID 0.64 g/100ml

FREE AND TOTAL SO 2 35/95 ppm

GROWING SEASON 2011 turned out to be a very challenging vintage. Minimal winter rains coupled with late spring frosts and very cool summer temperatures combined for reduced yields. Harvest started late and the window was narrow because of rain and a cold snap in October. Overall, due to our unique growing region we weathered these obstacles well and harvested some beautiful fruit.

COLOR Deep garnet.

AROMA Matured and nuanced aromas of integrated oak, dark cherry, baker's chocolate and herbs.

PALATE Bright mouthfeel with predominant flavors of tart berries, cocoa and spices. Fruity but dry with medium to full body and gripping dusty tannins. A vibrant, lively wine with great table appeal; pair with prime rib or sip with sharp, dry cheeses and sour French bread. Enjoy this wine now or cellar for 3-10 years to develop additional nuances.