2003 Adastra Merlot

Very limited availability. Check with winery: email adastravw@aol.com. 

An inviting nose of cherry, plum, blackberry, brambles and clove; full, concentrated and pleasing mouthfeel. Well-balanced, with a long finish this age-worthy wine will complement a wide array of culinary fare.

Facts
Grapes: Merlot clones 3, 6
Harvest Dates: September 25, 2003
Yields: 2.71tpa (cl 3), 3.14 tpa (cl 6)
Maceration: 15 days on average
Alcohol: 14.9% by volume
pH: 3.68
TA: 0.63
Bottling Date: April 19, 2005
Barrel Aging: 19 months in oak
Cooperage: 100% French oak; 50% new oak (Demptos & Nadalie)
Production: 498 cases