Geyser Peak Merlot Block Collection Shorenstein Vineyard 1998
(Alexander Valley, California)
Regular price $50.00 Sale price $29.99 Save $20.01
About the Winery:
Founded in 1880 as California’s 29th bonded winery, Geyser Peak Winery has more than 140 years of winemaking history in Sonoma County. Originally located perched on a hillside across from Geyser Peak Mountain, its namesake, it commanded a view of the thermal steam clouds that billowed from the mountain summit. Geothermal activity in the region afforded diverse soil profiles, optimal for growing wine grapes. This later inspired the winery’s motto of “Reach for the Peak”, a mission of seeking out the utmost quality.
Crafted in small lots and fermented separately, then blended together to achieve full expression, balance and character, Geyser Peak wines are sourced from prime vineyards that capture the essence of Sonoma and the appellation’s unique terroir, offering sophistication and ease, elevation and approachability, and taking us from casual days to connoisseur nights.
About this Wine:
In the Block Collection, Geyser Peak's winemaking team focuses on how the composition of the soil can direct a wine's individuality and impact its flavor and character. The collection includes wines from the Napa Valley, Carneros, Alexander Valley, Sonoma Valley and Cucamonga, a historic wine region in Southern California that once produced some of the most celebrated red wines in California.
This wine offers a rich, red color followed by scents of potpourri—rose petal, dried flowers, and spice with a hint of mint. There's also a complexing component of sweet, cedary oak. The palate is rich and round with flavors of wild berries and a finish of plush tannins.
Ratings & Reviews
Wine Spectator:
"Starts a bit tart, but there's good intensity to the huckleberry and herbal notes, framed by firm tannins." (Apr 2001)
Wine Enthusiast:
"Starts off with herbaceous aromas, including mint, but plenty of swirling releases riper ones of black cherries and cocoa. There's a pretty texture, with soft but firm tannins and soft acidity. It's not especially fruity, but it's sleek and elegant, and rich foods will certainly wake up some of its sleeping sweetness." (6/1/2001)