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Scherzo  Rose’ of Cabernet - Napa Valley - 2007

Wine Maker's Notes

Bud Break:                                 April 1, 2007

Veraison:                                    August 1, 2007 (Beginning of skin color change)

Harvest:                                     The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine were hand picked from our Lake Cynthia Vineyard east of the Silverado Trail, just north of the Town of Napa, on October 5, 2007, almost 3 weeks earlier than the harvest the previous year. The grapes were picked, delivered to the winery, hand sorted and crushed on the same day.

Weather Notes:                         The 2007 season started with a relatively dry winter, and a warm early spring resulting in bud break about two weeks earlier than normal. The growing season was marked by warm sunny days and cool nights with virtually no rain from April 15 until harvest (which is quite typical). A significant heat spike in the third week of September resulted in a fast sugar buildup and an earlier than usual harvest. However, night-time temperatures in the low 40s and high 30s from September 23 until harvest resulted in good acidity and a marvelously balanced wine.

Harvest TA:                                .58

Alcohol                                     13.5%

Final Blend:                               100 % Lake Cynthia Cabernet Sauvignon

Cooperage:                                “Neutral” French Oak

Release Date:                            June 2, 2008

Tasting Notes:                          “An exceptional blend of light fruity black cherry, strawberry and raspberry flavors together with a hint of black current that Cabernets are know for, combine with soft, supple tannins and crisp, balanced acidity to provide a unique Rose with clear structure. It is rare to find such a combination of fruit, spice and depth of color in a Rose'. This is a wonderful year-round Rose’ for sipping or for serving with lighter foods.  It, like the 2006 vintage, raises the bar for all American Rose’ wines. Unlike many Rose's which are the by-product of a vitner's efforts to drain off juice to concentrate other wine, Kitchak Cellars picks these grapes and makes this wine with the sole purpose of making an exceptional Rose. A brilliant success."