A distinctive blend of Merlot, Cab Sauv, Tannat and Petit Verdot. Grapes were sourced from the very best parts of our vineyards and vinified separately. After four months of aging in small oak, both neutral and new, the wine was blended into a large Italian botte and aged an additional 6 months. All lots were naturally vinified harnessing spontaneous fermentations and minimal additions.
Growing Conditions
Hot and Dry.
Harvest
Grapes were sourced from the very
best parts of our vineyard and vinified
separately.
Winemaking
All lots included in Le Gras Baril were
spontaneously fermented with
minimal or no additions. Depending
on lot fermentations lasted 18-26 days
Aging
Lots aged in standard french barrique
and then were blended into a single 290
gallon Italian botte. The total aging was
10 months before bottling.