“From Rhone-inspired winemakers who have access to some of Contra Costa’s oldest vines, comes this stylish Mataro (Mourvedre).”
Featured Wine
2004 Trinitas Old Vine Mataro, Contra Costa County
Story
Trinitas was founded by Tim and Steph Busch and is dedicated to bringing historical California vineyards and varietals to the forefront of winemaking. Mataro, once widely planted in California at the turn of the century, is now just a footnote in wine history. The source of this amazingly complex wine was planted over 120 years ago. The vineyard is only producing a mere 1 to 1.5 tons of fruit per acre.
Tasting Notes
With the 2004 vintage we co-fermented the Mataro with a small amount of Black Malvoisie. After fermentation a small amount of Petite Sirah was added for structure and color. This wine is scented of violets, dark cherries, chocolate and eucalyptus. This wine is delicious presently and will age for well over a decade.
Wine Specs
- Varietal: 81% Mataro, 9% Black Malvoisie, 7% Petite Sirah & 3% Alicante Bouschet
- Appellation: Contra Costa County
- Fermentation: Stainless Steel tanks with daily pump over’s
- Aging 14 months in American and French Oak (27% new)
- Alcohol: 14%
- Production: 906 cases
- Retail Price: $24.99
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