{"product_id":"waterstone-study-in-blue-2007-750ml","title":"Waterstone - Study in Blue 2007 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinemakers Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2007 growing season in Napa Valley began dry and warm, with early budding, bloom and set. Low spring precipitation, followed by a relatively cool summer, allowed good hangtime and associated flavor devel- opment. While cluster counts were normal, the dry season led to smaller berries and lower yields. Overall, the vintage is noted for great acid levels and outstanding quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVineyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell-established hillside vineyards are the foundation of this wine, giving the finished blend its intense inner core of fruit. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were sourced from hillsides of Oakville, Rutherford and Spring Mountain District. Merlot was sourced from the Nichelini Vineyard in Chiles Valley, and the Syrah was drawn from Truchard Vineyards in northern Carneros.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVinification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were hand picked at optimum ripeness. Following destemming, the grapes were stainless steel- fermented and received extended skin contact before being transferred to barrels. The wine was aged in small French oak barrels for 24 months (80% new barrels) where the wine completed malolactic fermentation. The wine was racked prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its blue hues and pronounced blueberry aromas, this distinct blend (65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah, 10% Merlot) is a study in blue. Bordeaux varieties provide the framework, while Syrah transports the blend to a realm all its own. It’s simply, Kind of Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Zorn, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCRITICAL ACCLAIM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e93 points Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot stands up well against far more expensive Napa Valley cult Cabs. It’s softly tannic, rich and decadently delicious in blackberry and cherry pie filling, licorice, chocolate, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. Gorgeous, dry and generous...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Logan, Waterstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47673785483488,"sku":"129922","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/files\/waterstone-study-in-blue_1.jpg?v=1755638755","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/waterstone-study-in-blue-2007-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}