2003 LMR Sangiovese "Peter's Vineyard" LMR Corral Club Shipment

Long Meadow Ranch Sangiovese has often been called "California's Best Sangiovese."

Frankly, we have not tasted all of the Sangiovese wines from California, but we do know that this wine shows the true varietal character that we have found only in Italy. This wine expresses the essence of the great Sangiovese grape with its delicate nose, rich color, and seductively soft mouth feel.

We have paired this elegant Sangiovese with a first course of carpaccio made from Long Meadow Ranch Grass-fed Highland Beef, We also enjoy our Sangiovese paired with roasted chicken or quail as a main course. We have even served it with rhubarb and strawberry shortcake for dessert.

Don't miss the opportunity to try this exquisite, very-limited production wine (just 125 cases).

WINEMAKER'S TASING NOTES 2003 LONG MEADOW RANCH SANGIOVESE "Peter's Vineyard" In the glass, this wine displays a beautiful ruby red color with a medium density. The nose shows a stylishly clean, pure expression of Sangiovese. The lush entry marries with a crisp acidity resulting in a fullness that is accentuated by fruit. The fruit flavors include red raspberry, stone fruits and cranberry. Complementary cola spice and floral blossom aromas play off the core characteristics perfectly.- Ashley Heisey

Harvest Dates: September 25, 2003 Varietal Composition: 97% Sangiovese, 3% Petit Verdot. Brix @ Harvest: 23.5° Cooperage: Aged in used French oak by Seguin-Moreau for 18 months. Medium toast..

Alcohol: 13.3% Production: Less than 150 cases. Food Affinities: Perfect with roasted poultry, wood oven-baked pizza, and pasta.