2008 Meritage

Growing Season (May through October):

The 2008 growing season had above average rainfall and below average temperatures. A botrytis outbreak on our Merlot grapes, just prior to harvest, substantially reduced the yield from our mature Merlot vines.

1,201 Degree Days (>65^oF)
31 Inches Rainfall

Tasting Notes:

Our 2008 Meritage is currently aging in barrels.

Blend:

Merlot 51%
Cabernet Franc 18%
Petit Verdot 17%
Cabernet Sauvignon 14%

Grapes at Harvest:

Brix: 21.5^o
Titratable Acidity: 0.55%

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