SOIL SERIES
2021 APERTURE ESTATE 1912 BLEND – SOLD OUT
The own-rooted, head-trained vines, planted in 1912 make up two blocks of the 40-acre estate property. Their yields are minimal, but the quality is breathtaking. This old-vine plot, like many of its era, is not monovarietal but contains a unique and purposeful array of varietals.
Available in 750ml and 1.5L formats
”This comes from mostly zinfandel vines planted in 1905. Dark fruit with black mushrooms and wet bark. Baking spices and dried fruits. Very complex. Full-bodied with layers of fruit with hints of chocolate and lots of polish and intensity. So flavorful. Brightness and density with so much character. Drink or hold.”
95 pts – James Suckling, jamessuckling.com
APPELLATION
Russian River Valley
VARIETAL
Red Blend
BLEND
Co-fermented Field Blend
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 16 months
One 120 gallon new French Oak Puncheon and two once used 60 gallon French Oak Barrels
UNFINED, UNFILTERED AND UN-ACIDIFIED
VINEYARD
Planted to a diverse selection of varietals 1912, these grapes make up 8 acres of the 40 acre Aperture estate property and are situated next to the modern Aperture winery, built in 2019. A mix of zinfandel, carignan, petite sirah, grenache, mourvèdre, sémillon, cabernet franc and a few others whose identity remains a mystery.
SOIL TYPE
Positas Gravelly Loam Soil
