2022 Pellegrini Carignane A.V.
Alexander Valley
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Carignane
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Vineyard Designation
Hemar Vineyard
Harvest Date
August 31, 2023
Acid
6.86 g/L
pH
3.52
Aging
11 months in French Oak, 28% new
Bottling Date
July 21, 2023
Alcohol %
13.2
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Carignane
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Vineyard Designation
Hemar Vineyard
Harvest Date
August 31, 2023
Acid
6.86 g/L
pH
3.52
Aging
11 months in French Oak, 28% new
Bottling Date
July 21, 2023
Alcohol %
13.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Our 2022 Pellegrini Carignane sits subtle in the glass, emitting aromas of coriander, and nutmeg, with hints of cocoa and coffee bean. On the tongue, bright red cherry, raspberry, and baked strawberry gleam, balanced by broad dusty tannins.
Vineyard Notes
This old vine Carignane vineyard sits on top of a northwest facing ridge on the east side of Dutcher Creek Rd. These old head-trained vines are interplanted with Zinfandel, Alicante Bouchet, and a few other unidentified red cultivars, which add tremendous complexity to the palate. The rich, red soil holds moisture quite well, encouraging deep expressions of fruit out of our Carignane.
Production Notes
Our Pellegrini Carignane receives regular pump-overs instead of punch-downs, in order to break as few skins as possible during production to help tame the sometimes-harsh tannins associated with the varietal. Wine was aged in medium and medium-plus French oak barrels, in order to complement and tame the structured tannins. These more meaty and sweet barrels help to balance the sizeable mouthfeel and tannin structure.
Food Pairing Notes
Roasted Leg of Lamb, Parsnips and Carrots.
