2009 Zocker Riesling
The fruit for the Zocker Riesling was grown in the Niven family’s estate Paragon Vineyard in the Edna Valley on California’s Central Coast. Soils are generally made up of Diablo series, clay loam, rocky marine sediment, and volcanic remnants. The Riesling block was planted in a section with thinner well-draining soils, high in red volcanic rock. The vines are made to stress and strain, developing full varietal character. That factor, along with the extended growing season and the influence of the nearby Pacific Ocean, provides terroir that delivers a wine with great acidity and minerality.
Finished Wine
This is a refreshing, vibrant wine with racy acidity. It has juicy melon and peach flavors, a hint of citrus, and a minerality note throughout. It finishes nice and clean.
Vineyard
AVA – Edna Valley, California, USA
Vineyard – Paragon Vineyard
Vineyard Certification – SIP Certified Sustainable
Soils - Diablo series, clay loam, rocky marine sediment, and volcanic remnants
Block – 194
Acres – 3.94
Rootstock – 1103P
Spacing – 10x6
Trellis – VSP
Rows – 46
Vines – 2,897 plants in total
Tons per acre – 3.2
Harvested – October 12, 2009
Average Brix – 22.9
Winemaking
Winemaker – Christian Roguenant
Fermentation – Stainless steel @ 58°F for 28 days
Yeast – X5
Bottled – June 23, 2010
Closure – Screwcap
ML – 0%
Alcohol – 13.4%
Residual Sugar – 6.25 g/L
pH – 2.98
TA – 6.6 g/L
Produced – 802 cases
Suggested Retail – $20.00 ORDER
