2009 Psalms • Napa Valley

The Wine
Tropical aromatics of papaya, banana, and kiwi highlighted with notes of vanilla and graham cracker. The Psalms shows a viscous entry and rich mid palate. Tropical fruit flavors linger long after the glass is empty.

The Winemaking
50% tank fermented Yountville Sémillon; 50% barrel fermented Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc in New Trust Hungarian Oak.

The Vineyard
The source of the wine is from Howell Mountain and Oakville sub-appellations of Napa Valley. This block is just under two acres and is comprised of 1,190 vines on Oppenhein SO4 and 039-16 rootstock. Grown in a clay loam soil called Zamora Silty Loam, this block is cropped from 4 to 4 tons per acre.

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