Production
Fore Family Vineyard is a spectacular property, situated at 3000 feet elevation. Soils are thin in the Red Hills and drain instantly. The elevation places vines well above the hot summer heat trapped in the valleys below, and aligns them in the path of cool westerly Pacific breezes. At the same time, there is paradoxically greater solar intensity that has some inexplicable effect on the grapes. Because of the high elevation, the differential between day and night time temperatures is dramatic, resulting in intensely flavoured grapes.
Peter Franus Red Hills Lake County Mourvedre 2018 (6 bottles case)
Vivino ratings
Tasting notes
The 2018 Mourvèdre is unique, sultry, and exotic. Dark ruby in colour, it offers floral, elusive, and perfumed aromas of pink peppercorn, wild raspberry, anise, lavender and cardamom. Ripe cherry flavours explode on entry with a velvety and balanced mouth-feel supported by a lively structure. A long and refreshing finish. If you are looking for something a bit out of the ordinary with a personality all its own, here it is!
Info
GRAPE VARIETY
Mourvedre
VINTAGE
2018 was a fantastic growing season. Beautiful spring conditions followed abundant winter rainfall, resulting in even fruit set. We couldn’t have asked for more ideal summer and fall weather--moderate temperatures throughout
COUNTRY
USA
REGION
Lake County
ABV
14.5%
TOTAL ACIDITY
0.6%
RESIDUAL SUGAR
0.16%