Clarissa Vin Rouge 2014


An elegant, refined wine, that is in perfect balance, There is a purity of fruit found in this wine. Clarissa was uniquely designed by Bill to complement medium-soft foods that include some of the mid-strength spices like cloves, garlic, anchovy, onion, mustard, etc.


Dense. opaque with a dark ruby edge the color promises depth of flavor to come and it doesn't disappoint. A nose that makes you want to wait and continue to enjoy the beautiful, heady, complex aroma. Pretty, dusty Cabernet character in the mouth with an incredible, balanced cornucopia of dark flavors, licorice, blackberry, walnut and sultana very alive yet subdued and totally in control just like Clarissa herself.
Vinification of the five noble wines that will make this blend takes place in small, temperature controlled, open-top stainless steel tanks. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 22 months. The blending for *Clarissa* takes place after about six months in barrel as we feel it is better to blend the wines before the influence of the wood has progressed too far.
French Oak for 22 months, approximately 40% new, 40% one use and the balance neutral.
Production for *Clarissa* has historically been limited and the 2015 vintage produced only 457 cases.
Color Red
Vintage 2014
Harvest Date 1st Oct 2014
Style Red Bordeaux
Appellation Sonoma County
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Date Bottled 25th Jul 2016
Drinkable 2017-2027
Alcohol 14.50%
Bottle Size 750ml