Our first estate
vintage featuring Sangiovese, this is our finest wine produced to date.
The wine is a seamless combination of
ripe, rich textures and finesse . . . firm but not bitter or tannic.
Its luxurious nose and deep garnet color demands a sip.
The wine is fruit forward and ripe, with
notes of black cherry, red currants and violet. A hint of black pepper
and subtle new oak on the nose add to the complexity.
Retriever's smoothness makes it extremely
drinkable now, but will be at its peak in 2009.
We planted this low-yielding Tuscan
Sangiovese clone in 2004. A judicious crop reduction during the summer
of 2006 has paid dividends. Each vine was cropped to just 6 pounds of
fruit.
80% Sangiovese, 15% Merlot, 5% Cabernet
Franc.
Only 50 cases were produced, and will
sell out quickly. To reserve yours, please email
briancarduner@comcast.net;
with your name, phone number, number of bottles to reserve, and intended
date of pickup. Wine must be picked up by December 16th. Please
do not email your credit card number! A minimum of 4 bottles required
for reservations. No more than 1 case per customer please.
