Textbook conditions saw near-ideal bud break, steady flowering, even fruit set, and a lengthy stretch of warm days and cool and often foggy nights during the long summer months. Late and light rain held off until grapes found optimal ripeness, bringing exceptional quality with a smooth balance of acids and sugars. Average 19 days of maceration.18 months of barrel age in 45% new oak, of which 93% was French and 7% was American. Overall blend: 85% French oak, 15% American.
