2008 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Maker's Notes
Roth Estate is committed to making wines with the truest and best expression of the diverse and idyllic growing conditions in Sonoma County. The 2008 vintage of Roth Cabernet Sauvignon has soft and supple tannins, with plenty of intense, rich blackberry, cherries and currant. Fruit forward, yet complemented with sweet oak, nutmeg and vanilla for a long, lush finish. Aged 18 months in French and American oak barrels, it is drinking bright and beautiful now. It will gain greater complexity with two to six years in the cellar.
The young vines woke up to a very dry and frosty spring. Summer was mild with a very warm August that encouraged ripening, leading to an early October harvest with the grapes arriving in pristine condition. Clusters and yields were small on Cabernet Sauvignon resulting in grapes packed with classic varietal character.
Composition & Analysis
83% Cabernet Sauvignon
16% Cabernet Franc
1% Merlot
Titratable Acidity 0.54g/100ml
pH 3.78
Alcohol by Volume 14.4%
8,150 cases (326 barrels) produced
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2010 Alexander Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Wine Maker's Notes
Roth Estate is committed to making wines with the truest and best expression of the diverse and idyllic growing conditions in Sonoma County. The 2010 Roth Sauvignon Blanc displays aromas of fresh flowers and dried citrus notes. On the palate, the wine is bright and refreshing with balanced notes of grapefruit, key lime and fresh tropical flavors. Fermented entirely in stainless-steel tanks, it has bright acidity and a minerality accent in its crisp, persistent finish.
The 2010 vintage will go down in history as being one of the most extreme and difficult in California. The vintage began with a cold spring and early season rains, followed by persistent fog that would remain until late morning or early afternoon. In mid-August, the cool summer was then hit with record-high temperatures, which peaked at 116 degrees Fahrenheit. This heat was devastating for many varieties, yet Sauvignon Blanc fared well. In general, the cooler temperatures resulted in longer hangtime for Sauvignon Blanc, which produced complex concentrated flavors, yet bright acidity.
Composition & Analysis
98% Sauvignon Blanc
2% Viognier
Titratable Acidity 0.65g/100ml
pH 3.55
Alcohol by Volume 13.2%
15,000 cases (600 barrels) produced
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2009 Alexander Valley Merlot
Wine Maker's Notes
Toasty mocha aromas complemented by dark fruit — this is a Cabernet Sauvignon lover’s Merlot. The 2008 vintage is beautifully structured with layers of rich tannins, blueberry and black cherry flavors, and a long, lush finish with hints of vanilla and espresso beans.
With a dry winter and warm spring the vines awakened early. Fortunately in late March the vineyards were replenished by spring rains, which supported vigorous growth prior to bloom. An even set led to a balanced crop, and mild summer conditions with a warm August encouraged ripening and flavor development. Despite early October rains, the grapes arrived at the winery in pristine condition, bursting with varietal character.
Composition & Analysis
89% Merlot
8% Petite Sirah
3% Cabernet Sauvignon
Aged 18 months sur lie in 100% French oak
Titratable Acidity 0.58g/100mL
pH 3.77
Alcohol by Volume 14.6%
3,480 cases (140 barrels) produced
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2010 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
Wine Maker's Notes
Roth Estate Chardonnay is a regional blend of Sonoma Coast fruit, with the large majority of it coming from the Russian River Valley, California’s best-known appellation for both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This region’s gravelly, well-drained soil and mild growing conditions are perfect for producing stylistic wines with ripe, supple flavors complemented by bright, crisp acidity.
The 2010 vintage will go down in history as being one of the most extreme and difficult in California. The vintage began with a cold spring and early-season rains, followed by persistent fog that remained until late morning or early afternoon. In mid-August, the cool summer was hit with record-high temperatures, peaking at 116 degrees Fahrenheit. This was devastating for many vineyards, but the cool Sonoma Coast vineyards fared well due to the coastal influences. In general, this vintage required a longer hangtime for Chardonnay, lending to more complex flavors, yet bright, vibrant acidity. This complex vintage will translate to beautiful, complex wines.
Composition & Analysis
100% Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
Aged 11 months sur lie in 100% French oak
Titratable Acidity 0.648g/100mL
pH 3.51
Alcohol by Volume 14.2%
4,536 cases (181 barrels) produced
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2009 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Wine Maker's Notes
Roth Estate is committed to making wines with the truest and best expression of the diverse and idyllic growing conditions in Sonoma County. The 2009 Roth Estate Pinot Noir, grown on the Sonoma Coast, has pure, ripe varietal flavors of red and Bing cherries that are well focused, elegant and persistent. It was aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. It is a beautiful display of cool-climate Pinot Noir, with excellent depth and complexity of flavors accented with hints of sweet oak.
With a dry winter and warm spring the vines awakened early. Fortunately in late March the vineyards were replenished by spring rains, which supported vigorous growth prior to bloom. An even set led to a balanced crop, and mild summer conditions with a warm August encouraged ripening and flavor development. Despite early October rains, the grapes arrived at the winery in pristine condition, bursting with varietal character.
Composition & Analysis
100% Pinot Noir
Titratable Acidity 0.67g/100ml
pH 3.56
Alcohol by Volume 14.5%
4,200 cases (168 barrels) produced
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