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Apothic - Inferno 2020
Price: $14.99
| Producer | Apothic |
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| Country | United States |
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| Region | California |
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| Varietal | Red Blend |
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| Vintage | 2020 |
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| Sku | 02184 |
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Apothic Description
Dark Fruits, Maple, Spice, Vanilla, Cocoa
2020 Apothic Inferno is a Red Wine with a Whiskey Soul. Aging some of this Zinfandel-and-Merlot-led blend in whiskey barrels adds intriguing dimensions of maple and spice to Inferno’s dark, velvety-smooth layers of dried blackberries, black plum and cherry. Plush and rich on the mouth, well-integrated tannins add texture and structure while hints of toasty vanilla and cocoa linger on the long, warm finish.
Viticulture Notes
We sourced fruit for our bold Inferno blend primarily from California, mainly from Lodi and the Central Valley, with a portion of the blend grown in Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills and Columbia Valley regions. California’s 2020 vintage experienced a cool, mild growing season with a heat spell in August that resulted in early ripening. In Washington, typically low rainfall and moderate temperatures yielded fruit with the vibrant acidity and layered structure that the state is known for producing. Overall, vintage 2020 grapes show concentrated, mature flavor development and incredible structure.
Winemaking Notes
Grapes for Apothic Inferno were harvested and de-stemmed, then fermented for an average of four to six days in a combination of cone-sweep and upright tanks. The wine is then oak aged for three to six months, then aged an additional 60+ days in whiskey barrels, giving Apothic Inferno its unique flavor profile.
