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A juicy characterful Mourvèdre which comes from Cline’s original Contra Costa ranch. It’s here where the 100 year old bush vines thrive on the sandy soils.
The Ancient Vines Mourvèdre draws from some of our oldest, most historic and shyest-bearing vineyards. These blocks produce fruit of stunning concentration as a result of sensitive farming practices, the singular Oakley terroir, and an unique cooling band of air that flows in from the San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers. By naturally restricting yields to only 2 to 3 tonnes per acre, we achieve a sublime expression of the Mourvèdre fruit. These grapes hold characteristics of dark, dusty berry fruit that makes their Ancient Vines Mourvèdre so lustrous. Individual lots of grapes were harvested separately according to ripeness and balance of acidity. Grapes undergo total de-stemming and a very gentle crushing to ensure a large proportion of whole berries in the must. Fermentation occurred in stainless steel tanks with select cultured yeasts. It was then maintained at the ideal temperature to aid in the extraction of flavor and colour. The wine was pressed off its skins at dryness before being racked to dark toasted American Oak (approximately 30% new) where it was gently aged for 10 months and then stored in neutral cooperage.
Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Mourvèdre is distinct and luscious. Flavours of dark plum and chocolate leads to a medley of integrated oak spice and a smooth and juicy finish. A blockbuster of a wine that has plenty of earthy soul and character.
This scrumptious and unusually delightful wine goes exceptionally well with grilled lamb or pork, sautéed asparagus and curried deviled eggs. Also fab with rack of lamb, duck confit are steak tartare.
Please note: All case wine orders can take between 7-10 days for delivery.
Country: USA
Region: Lodi, California
Grapes: Mourvedre 100%
ABV: 15%
Volume: 6 x 75cl
Vintage: 2020
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes
Suitable for Vegans: Yes
Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Mourvèdre 2019: “From 100 year old Mourvèdre vines. Intense and spicy with notes of vanilla, clove and cinnamon as well as vivid juicy berry fruits. Lots of intensity to this boldly flavoured wine. 89/100” Wineanorak.com (11th April ’22)