Introducing Alameda’s own Rock Wall Wines!

2007 Rock Star Blanc, California

PRODUCTION NOTES
A blend of Pope Valley Sauvignon Blanc and Napa Valley Chardonnay. The grapes were whole cluster pressed and fermented: 70% in stainless steel at 45°F for 2 months. The remaining 30% was barrel fermented in one and 2-year-old French oak barrels and was left sur lies for 6 months. The two lots were combined in March 2009 and stored in stainless steel until bottling.

WINEMAKER COMMENTS
This crisp, dry white wine is a refreshing blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Chardonnay. Crafted as a harmonious blend of two distinct varietals, the finished wine incorporates both, the crisp, herbal notes of Sauvignon Blanc in concert with the ripe, supple apple and vanilla medley of Chardonnay.

2007 Rock Star Rouge, California

PRODUCTION NOTES
A blend of three varietals, this main grape is Syrah from the Napa Valley.  In addition to the Syrah a small amount of Terperanillo and Cinsault are combined for layers of complexity.  All the grapes were hand-harvested and crushed to small fermentors, with 15-20% of fruit left as whole-clusters.  During the extraction, caps were punched down 2 times daily and pressed after a warm fermentation.  Aged in Demptos American oak barrels, the three wines were blended in March of 2009, lightly filtered and bottled in April 2009.

WINEMAKER COMMENTS
The Rock Star Rouge is a blend of 45% Syrah, 21% Cinsault, and 34% Temperanillo. This extraordinary blend of stellar wines has been crafted to showcase the beautiful concert created by these particular varietals, each with unique origins in the Rhône and Provence regions of France, and Northern Spain, respectively. The finished wine is a perfect symphony of dark berry fruit, violets and anise, with a hint of peppery spice.