Burgess Red Blend Alpinist Napa Valley 2019
Burgess Red Blend Alpinist Napa Valley 2019 - 1.5L
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Founded by Tom Burgess in 1972, the winery has been continuously owned and operated by the Burgess Family until the acquisition by the Lawrence Family in 2020. Burgess Cellars was purchased in 1972 from Lee Stewart of the original Souverain Winery which was located on the hillsides of Howell Mountain. The historic site drew some of Napa Valley's leading winemakers to Souverain, including Mike Grgich - of Grgish Hills Estate - and Warren Winiarski, who went on to triumph in the Judgement of Paris with Stag's Leap Wine Cellars. In 2020 Steve Burgess passed the mantle to Gaylon Lawrence, upholding a 150-year tradition of family ownership. Gaylon entrusted this tremendous legacy to winemaker, Meghan Zobeck, formerly of Screaming Eagle and Melka Atalier. Meghan and George strive to champion the history of the Napa Valley by preserving historic vineyards with regenerative farming practices that will ensure the health of these vines for generations to come.
Tasting Notes
In the tradition of our Swiss-Italian predecessors, we have crafted a flavorful cuvee of red grapes from the steep volcanic slopes of our Sorenson Vineyard perched high above the Napa Valley. Originally planted with vines in the 19th century, our estate vineyard yields fruit that offers a provocative harmony of aromas, flavors, and texture. The 2019 vintage brought impeccable balance to the wines of Burgess, and the Alpinist is no exception. Fresh and vibrant black and red fruit flavors take center stage behind a curtain of olive and peppercorn aromas, making this wine a veritable match for any dinner table.
- Vintage 2019
- Varietal blend-other
- ABV 15.7
