2000 TERRA VALENTINE SPRING MOUNTAIN DISTRICT
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Terra Valentine produces wines with mountain intensity and balance that express the character of
the Spring Mountain District appellation, the vineyards and the passion of the winemaking team. Terra,
the Latin word for “land,” acknowledges the importance of hillside soil in the mountain wines. Valentine
honors Owner Angus Wurtele’s father, Valentine Wurtele.
Winemaker Sam Baxter appreciates the importance of balance in the creation of mountain wines. “The
high level of tannins and intensity in mountain fruit create a tendency to over-extract. With the use of
fully automated sealed punch-down tanks, we are able to extract better tannins. Our goal with this 2000
Spring Mountain District wine was to create a wine with intensity that is both elegant and approachable,”
said Baxter.
TECHNICAL DATA
Appellation: Spring Mountain District
Harvest Dates: Sept. 20, 2000 – Nov 1, 2000
Production: 5800 Cases
Brix at Harvest: 24.0
pH: 3.70
Titratable Acidity: .56 g/100ml
Aromas: Dark cherry, boysenberry jam, black pepper spice, mint, earth, cocoa, caramel
Mouth: Big, round, fruit forward entry with
balanced acid into a rich, creamy oak structure
finishing smooth and long with cedar and soft
dark fruit
Suggested California Retail Price:: $35
TERRA VALENTINE
P.O. Box 247 St. Helena, CA 94574 Tel 707.967.8340 Fax 707.967.8342