2005 Vintage
2005 Napa Valley Charbono
Our 2005 Napa Valley Charbono is comprised of 95% Charbono from our cherished estate Charbono block and 5% Sangiovese added for acidity and aromatic spice. A vibrant, inky colored wine with aromas of black cherry, pomegranate, rose petals and a hint of vanilla spice. Intense flavors of cherry and black fruit frame a core of ripe plums commingling with subtle notes of brown spice and coconut. The wine finishes with round tannins that accentuate the plump fruit flavors.
Harvest: October 17th, 2005
Aged: 20 months in French Oak
Case Production: 498 cases
2005 Napa Valley Amelia’s Block Petite Syrah
Our 2005 Napa Valley Amelia’s Block Petite Syrah is comprised of 100% Petite Syrah from the Shypoke Estate. The block containing these 300 or so vines are named after Amelia Heitz, the first member of our 5th Calistoga generation. Intense aromas of black currant, dark berries, violets, anise and chocolate. Rich flavors of blueberry pie, black cherry, brown sugar and vanilla bean. Round sweet tannins and a long finish.
Harvest: November 3rd, 2005
Aged: 20 months in French Oak
Case Production: 94 cases
2005 Napa Valley Olivia’s Block Sangiovese
Our 2005 Napa Valley Olivia’s Block Sangiovese is comprised of 95% Sangiovese from 17-year old vines in our estate block of Sangiovese, named in honor of Olivia Meyer, great, great grand daughter of Michael and Louise Heitz, who planted roots in this soil in 1904. 5% Charbono from our estate vines plump the mid-palate. Aromas of farm stand raspberries, vanilla and sweet red cherries segue into flavors of bright crushed strawberries with a hint of toasted vanilla. Super tasty – our best Sangiovese yet.
Harvest: October 1st, 2005
Aged: 20 months in French Oak
Case Production: 155 cases
2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Our 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is the second release of Cabernet Sauvignon from the Shypoke Estate. A deeply colored wine filled with aromas of cassis, blackberries, dense dark chocolate and anise notes. Cassis, blackberry and vanilla are the dominate flavors, and hints of chocolate, black pepper and spice enhance the lengthy finish.
Harvest: October 1st, 2005
Aged: 20 months in French Oak
Case Production: 86 cases
