WINEMAKING
We are fortunate to have as our consulting winemaker Rolando Herrera, a veteran of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Chateau Potelle, Vine Cliff, Paul Hobbs and his own label, Mi Sueño. An avowed non-interventionist, Rolando’s aim is to respect the characteristics of each vintage, and never manipulate a wine into something it is not. If his countless awards and accolades are any measure, it’s a philosophy that has served him well.

WINEGROWING
Hughes Family Vineyards are certified organic and have been sustainably farmed since they were first planted. Our vineyards are managed by Phil Coturri, the north coast’s preeminent organic viticulturalist. As such, no synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides or pesticides are ever employed. Weeds and pests are controlled with integrated cover crops that attract beneficial insects and bring unwanted populations into balance. The result is healthy soils, today and for generations to come.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
 

  2007 Zinfandel

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Wild Turkey, elevation 825'
October 4, 2007
3 tons / acre
18 months, 60% French, 40% American oak
14.5%
393 cases
July 2011
$35
Raspberries, ripe red cherries, pomegranate, white chocolate mousse
Double Gold Medals and Best of Class, NextGen Wine Competition
Gold Medal, California State Fair

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  2007 Syrah

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Savannah, elevation 825'
October 11 & 25, 2007
2.5 tons / acre
18 months, 60% French, 40% American oak
14.25%
530 cases
April 2011
$40
Black cherries, figs, dark chocolate, black & white pepper
BEST SYRAH, Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition 2011
Double Gold Medals and Best of Class, NextGen Wine Competition
Bronze Medal, California State Fair

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  2010 Rosé

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Sonoma & Napa Valley
September, 2010
60% Syrah, 30% Pinot Noir, 10% Malbec
100% stainless steel, fermented dry
13.5%
75 cases
May 2011
$24
Strawberry, raspberry, watermelon
GOLD MEDAL, Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition 2011
Silver Medal, NextGen Wine Competition

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  2009 Chardonnay

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Saralee's, Russian River Valley
September, 2009
3 tons / acre
10 months, 100% French oak, 20% new
14.5%
210 cases
November 2010
$26
pear, peach, apple, citrus, ginger, vanilla

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