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Wines: Miradero - Alexander Valley produces luscious Merlot. This portion of Sonoma County receives less coastal fog and is, on average, ten degrees warmer than other Sonoma County regions. These warmer days produce ripe Merlot fruit with flavors that are deeply rich and highly developed.
The Charles Creek Vineyard sits at an elevation of
800 feet in the Sonoma Mountain range; just below
the Jack London State Historical Park, and just
above the Sonoma Valley floor. This is the same area
where Jack London was inspired to write…
"The grapes on a score of rolling hills are red
with autumn flame. Across Sonoma Mountain wisps of
sea fog are stealing. The afternoon sun smolders in
the drowsy sky. I have everything to make me glad I
am alive. I am filled with dreams and mysteries. I
am all sun and air and sparkle. I am vitalized,
organic."
The season for the 2000 Miradero Sonoma County Merlot began with bud break at the normal time in March. With the exception of some unseasonable rain and chilly weather, the temperature range and degree days were almost textbook. Its full maturation was achieved when picked, because the fruit had wonderful hang time on the vine. Technical Data
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The Miradero 2000 Sonoma County
Merlot is comprised of fruit from both the estate
Charles Creek Vineyard and Alexander Valley.
