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Port Lot One
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Appellation:
California
Owner/Winemaker: Chris Bilbro
Released December 1, 2001
With
the Marietta Port Lot
One, winemaker Chris Bilbro
begins a new tradition
for Marietta Cellars.
Following in the footsteps
of the Old Vine Red “lot
system,” a port will
now be released periodically.
The release will not be
vintaged however, allowing
for maximum blending ability,
which in turn yields the
greatest levels of consistency
from one “lot”
to the next.
Lot One is a limited production
blend consisting of Touriga, Souzao, Tinta Cao, Alvarlhao,
Bastardo, and Zinfandel. Aged in new and seasoned
French oak, it is not as sweet as traditional Portugese
and Australian styles. With more of an emphasis on
ripe, rich fruit, the nose offers deep, lush aromas.
The mouth follows suit with a syrupy feel that drips
with lingering jammy port and a subtle hint of toasty
oak flavors.
Grape
Source: Mendocino
and Lodi Counties
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Touriga
Souzao
Tinta Cao
Alvarlhao
Bastardo
Zinfandel |
Color:
Dark ruby
Oak
Aging: 12 months French
barrels
Lot
One will age easily for
10 years however with
such lively fruit, it
is
very approachable and
pleasing now. Because
of such a limited supply
of
quality fruit, 1,300 cases
were made and released
in 375ml bottles.
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