Barra of Mendocino Coro Mendocino Red 2016

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Varietal

Region

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Vintage
2016

Size
750ML

ABV
14%

Features
Boutique

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Winemaker Notes

Barra of Mendocino's opulent hillside Zin is showcased in this 2016 Coro, lending flavors of black cherry, licorice and cloves to this full-bodied ensemble. The Petite Sirah, with its firm tannins and squid ink hue, adds intense color and structure. A splash of Cabernet and rounds out the offering with juicy red fruit flavors.

Blend: 58% Zinfandel, 36% Petite Sirah, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon

Professional Ratings

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    Delicious, generous black-fruit flavors fill a moderately tannic structure in this full-bodied, layered and deep wine. Concentrated black cherry, clove and a hint of black olive give the palate plenty to ponder in this blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Barra of Mendocino, California
All BARRA of Mendocino and Girasole Vineyards wines are made from 100% estate grown, certified organic grapes. We believe that the combination of our organic viticulture practices, coupled with our unique geographic location in the Mendocino appellation, helps us craft premium wines that are truly representative of their roots. We hope you enjoy the end results in the bottle as much as we've enjoyed creating it.
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With hundreds of red grape varieties to choose from, winemakers have the freedom to create a virtually endless assortment of blended red wines. In many European regions, strict laws are in place determining the set of varieties that may be used, but in the New World, experimentation is permitted and encouraged resulting in a wide variety of red wine styles. Blending can be utilized to enhance balance or create complexity, lending different layers of flavors and aromas. For example, a red wine blend variety that creates a fruity and full-bodied wine would do well combined with one that is naturally high in acidity and tannins. Sometimes small amounts of a particular variety are added to boost color or aromatics. Blending can take place before or after fermentation, with the latter, more popular option giving more control to the winemaker over the final qualities of the wine.

How to Serve Red Wine

A common piece of advice is to serve red wine at “room temperature,” but this suggestion is imprecise. After all, room temperature in January is likely to be quite different than in August, even considering the possible effect of central heating and air conditioning systems. The proper temperature to aim for is 55° F to 60° F for lighter-bodied reds and 60° F to 65° F for fuller-bodied wines.

How Long Does Red Wine Last?

Once opened and re-corked, a bottle stored in a cool, dark environment (like your fridge) will stay fresh and nicely drinkable for a day or two. There are products available that can extend that period by a couple of days. As for unopened bottles, optimal storage means keeping them on their sides in a moderately humid environment at about 57° F. Red wines stored in this manner will stay good – and possibly improve – for anywhere from one year to multiple decades. Assessing how long to hold on to a bottle is a complicated science. If you are planning long-term storage of your reds, seek the advice of a wine professional.

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A large and diverse appellation within California’s North Coast AVA, Mendocino is home to several smaller sub-regions—most notably the Anderson Valley. This scenic region, with rolling hills covered in redwood forests as well as vineyards, is one of the world’s top producers of certified organically-grown grapes. Due to wide geographical and climatic variation, a vast array of wine styles can be found here.

CWL61200316_2016 Item# 889499

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