2002 MOSCATO D'ANDREA

Composition :

100% Muscat Canelli

Appellation : Napa Valley
Vineyard : Solari Vineyard, Calistoga
Harvest Dates : September 23, 2002
Fermentation : 100% stainless steel
Alcohol :

11.2%

Total Acidity :

0.66 g/100 ml

pH : 3.36
Residual Sugar : 11%
Bottled : January, 2003
Release Date : September, 2004
Cases Produced : 2,400 375 ml
Suggested Retail Price : $12.00
 
Vintage & Vineyard

The 2002 vintage in Napa Valley was remarkably consistent. Flowering occurred normally in mid-May, and cool-to-mild temperatures prevailed throughout the growing season, with just a few heat spikes. We harvested the Muscat grapes in the Solari Vineyard in Calistoga late in the season at 30 0 Brix, to facilitate production of this delicious, late-harvest wine.

 
Winemaking

The grapes were fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks at cold temperature to retain as much of the Muscat grape’s exotic fragrance as possible.

 
Winemaker’s Notes

We have produced Moscato d'Andrea for over 20 years. Our 2002, consistent with previous vintages, offers beautifully fragrant, floral aromas and delicately sweet flavors of apricot, pear and citrus fruit, balanced by a crisp, refreshing finish.