Tesseron Estate 'Pym-Rae' Bordeaux Red Blend, Napa Valley, California

The 2018 Tesseron Estate 'Pym-Rae' is a reflection of both a rich heritage and a pioneering spirit in the world of winemaking. Nestled in the high-altitude, cool-climate region of Mount Veeder in Napa Valley, this vineyard benefits from sedimentary soils with historic marine deposits, ideal for cultivating Bordeaux varieties like those used at Pontet-Canet. Managed organically and biodynamically, these mature vines draw from deep-rooted mineral resources to produce a wine that embodies the pure expression of this unique terroir. Product Details: Appellation: Mount Veeder, Napa Valley Owners: Tesseron Family Estate Manager & Winemaker: Jerome Ledit Winemaking Consultant: Michel Rolland Soils: Sedimentary (sandstone and clay) Harvest: Handpicked into small crates Grape Reception: Manual by gravity Sorting & Destemming: Manual Vinification: In round concrete tanks of 264 gallons Aging: 70% in new French oak barrels, 30% in concrete tanks Time in Oak: 16 to 18 month