Willamette Valley Vineyards - Griffin Creek

2008 Griffin Creek Cabernet Sauvignon

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 07:56:00 GMT

2008 Griffin Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
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This wine opens withcomplex aromas of cedar, cola, jammy cassis and a hint of vanilla.The juicy, intensely sweet entry of concentrated fruit flavors alsodisplays lively acidity. Chewy, age worthy tannins are presentthroughout the sip, and delicate yet powerful flavors ofmarionberry, campfire smoke and candied fruits create amouthwatering juiciness. The sweet-tart finish echoes lively fruitand jammy flavors.

Serve with boldflavors such as pepper steak, roasts, pot-pie and braised shortribs. For a sweeter option pair with chocolatecheesecake.

TechnicalData

Grape Type:Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation:Rogue Valley
VineyardSource: Lakeside, Griffin Creek
Harvest Date:October 16-19, 2008

HarvestStatistics:

Brix:24°-24.7°
Titratableacidity: 5.3 - 5.9 g/L
pH: 3.44 -3.62

FinishedWine Statistics:

Alcohol:14.3% by volume
ResidualSugar: 0.1%
Titratableacidity: 6.6 g/L
pH:3.63
Yeast Strain:D-254, D-80, F-15
Fermentation:Small Bin
BarrelRegimen: 20 months in French oak
BottlingDate: May 2010
CasesBottled: 360
Release Date:December 2010
PeakDrinkability: 2011-2015

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2008 Griffin Creek Cabernet Franc

Tue, 9 Nov 2010 13:32:00 GMT

2008 Griffin Creek Cabernet Franc
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Rich andearthy, the nose opens with dark fruit, cassis, leather, and a hintof coffee. Flavors mirror aromas in this full-bodied wine with ahint of cherry and tobacco. Black fruits dominate the palate,complimented by barrel spice and clove. The supple. velvety tanninslinger on the palate, inviting another sip. Drink2012-2018.

Holds upwell to strong flavors, such as pepper crusted steak and bluecheese. Also beautiful with dark chocolate cake.

TechnicalData:

Grape Type:Cabernet Franc
Appellation:Rogue Valley
VineyardSource: Sundown & Fortmiller
Harvest Date:October 23 & 8, 2008

HarvestStatistics:

Brix:24.6-25.7
Titratableacidity: 3.5-4.5 g/L
pH:3.59-3.75

FinishedWine Statistics:

Alcohol:14.8% by volume
ResidualSugar: 0.1%
Titratableacidity: 6.2g/L pH: 3.69
Yeast Strain:Fermentation: Small Bin
BarrelRegimen: 18 months French oak
BottlingDate: May 28, 2010
CasesBottled: 225
Release Date:January 2011
PeakDrinkability: 2012-2018

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2008 Griffin Creek Syrah

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:09:00 GMT

2008 Griffin Creek Syrah
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The richnose opens onto mocha and espresso powder, complimented by aromasof cherry, black fruit and oak. Lighter notes of strawberry rhubarband spring forest bring a layered complexity. The sip opens with alush, mouth-filling texture featuring flavors of cocoa and violets.This well focused and well balanced wine highlights bright,lingering tannins, fresh and juicy acid and a luscious, chewyquality, finishing with just a hint of smoke. This wine willcontinue to evolve.

Excellent with red meat dishes such as classic lamb with blackberrycompote. Amazing with dark chocolate desserts such as a flourlesschocolate cake.

TechnicalData

Grape Type:Syrah
Appellation:Rogue Valley
VineyardSource: Fortmiller and Lakeside Vineyards
Harvest Date:October 15-30, 2007

HarvestStatistics:

Brix: 23.7° -25.7°
Titratableacidity: 4.8 - 5.4 g/L
pH: 3.52 -3.55

FinishedWine Statistics:

Alcohol:13.8% by volume
ResidualSugar: 0.2%
Titratableacidity: 6.2 g/L
pH:3.66
Yeast Strain:D-254, D-80
Fermentation:Small Bin
BarrelRegimen: 18 months in French Oak
BottlingDate: April 3, 2009
CasesBottled: 248
Release Date:February 2010
PeakDrinkability: 2011-2013

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2008 Griffin Creek Merlot

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:40:00 GMT

2008 Griffin Creek Merlot
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Rich aromasof plum, blackberry, cigar box and leather, with subtle notes ofcedar from barrel aging on the nose. The nice barrel influencecontinues onto the palate with a beautiful, sweet entry. Boldflavors of dark chocolate, toasted tobacco and blackfruits are balanced by smooth, supple tannins and a fullbodied mouthfeel. Each sip builds the flavor intensity,leading to a lingering finish bursting with concentratedflavors.

Wonderfulwith rich meats such as lamb shank, blackened tri-tip, roastedquail or coco-nib-encrusted steak. Foods that mirror the flavors inthe wine are also a great pairing, such as mole sauce, asianhoisin (plum sauce) duck and brandied fruits.

TechnicalData

VineyardSource: Quail Run
Grape Source:100% Merlot
Appellation:Rogue Valley
Harvest Date:October 23, 2008

HarvestStatistics:

Brix:24.0-25.6
Titratableacidity: 3.9-4.3 g/L
pH:3.72-3.82

FinishedWine Statistics:

Alcohol:14.2% by volume
ResidualSugar: 0.01%
Titratableacidity: 6.8 g/L
pH: 3.64
Yeast Strain:D-80, D-254
Fermentation:Small Bin
BarrelRegimen: 20 months French Oak
BottlingDate: May 2010
CasesBottled: 328

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