SOIL SERIES
2022 APERTURE ESTATE 1912 BLEND
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
APPELLATION
Russian River Valley
VARIETAL
Red Blend
BLEND
Co-fermented Field Blend
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 16 months
Puncheons:
15% new French Oak
35% once-used French Oak
70 Gallon Barrels:
Aged 16 months 50% neutral French Oak
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
