2016 Mourvedre, Estate

Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Mourvèdre
Appellation
El Dorado
Composition
99% Mourvedre | 1% Grenache
Aging
18 Months | 50% Ntrl. French Oak | 25% 2yr French Oak | 25% New French Oak
Alcohol %
14.2
Wine Enthusiast
94
Wine & Spirits
92
Harvest Wine Club Release
In Stock
Mourvèdre has many names around the world. In Spain it is called Monastrell, in Australia it goes by Mataro, and in France and America it goes by Mourvèdre. This varietal is known for its meaty, earthy, and rustic qualities and is commonly used as a blending component. More recently, winemakers are bottling it as its own variety to showcase its unique characteristics. Only 800 acres exist in California of which Skinner has about 3 acres planted on its two estate vineyards.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Mourvèdre
Appellation
El Dorado
Composition
99% Mourvedre | 1% Grenache
Aging
18 Months | 50% Ntrl. French Oak | 25% 2yr French Oak | 25% New French Oak
Alcohol %
14.2
Wine Enthusiast
94
Wine & Spirits
92
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2016 Estate Mourvedre opens with aromatics of cassis and melon punctuated by the rich spiciness of clove. Entry is an explosion of pomegranate and bright berry leading to a lingering mid-palate replete with the moody warmth of leather and tobacco balanced by a long pithy finish.
Estate Vineyards
63% Green Valley Ranch | 37% Stoney Creek