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First Vintage: 1999
Bud Break: April 15, 2013
Veraison: August 1, 2013
Oak Regime: 80% French, 20% American
Barrel Age: 1/3 new barrel, 1/3 one year old and1/3 two year old
Primary Coopers: Radoux, Le Roi, Alain Fouquet and Saury
Harvest Dates: October 10-31, 2013
Bottling Dates: September 25, 2014
Final Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 49%, Merlot 40%, Cabernet Franc 11%
Alcohol: 13.7%
“The 2013 Nota Bene has proven to be yet another outstanding vintage. Its
tantalizing signature of sweet, ripe cherry complimented by its dusty earth
undertones is salivating. Rich, smooth tannins coatthe palate resulting in a juicy
mouth feel with an alluring gilt of violets, flowery undertones and a lingering finish
reminiscent of a sweet cigar box. Medium-full bodied with well integrated tannins
and a lengthy weigh that would pair most perfectly with robust BBQ red meats,
Bison and grilled vegetables.”
Graham Pierce, Winemaker
“The 2013 growing year proved to be exceptional. Starting off early, the season
remained about 2 weeks ahead of most previous yearsall summer. With an
abundance of sunshine and moderate temperatures theseason was ideal throughout
veraison and all the way to harvest which gave us an excellent, lengthy ripening
period. An almost perfect vintage, this one will be‘a vintage to remember’.”
Steve Carberry, Winegrower