Domenico Amador County Cal-Italia

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This 2006 Domenico Amador County Aglianico, for example, with its firm tannins, high acidity and a long-drying finish may be of interest to you. The aromas and flavors of black currant would go wonderfully with any rich meaty meal you might be having, whether it's lamb or heavily marbled rib eye.

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And last, but not least, the 2007 Domenico Amador County Primitivo. Rich, concentrated, and full bodied, its various flavors of ripe black fruit, blackberries, cocoa, plum, spice, black licorice, tobacco and red cherries provide a true adventure for your palate.

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Features

2006 Domenico Amador County Aglianico

APPELLATION: Amador County
VINEYARD DESIGNATION: Sutter Creek Vineyard
COMPOSITION: 100% Aglianico
WINEMAKING:Whole berry fermented in small open fermenters. 10-12 days maceration with 2-3 hand punchdowns per day. Aged in French and American oak for 11 months.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 15.4%
pH: 3.47
TA: 7.73
RS: .3%
CASES PRODUCED: 234

A robust wine with firm tannins, high acidity and a long-drying finish, Domenico's medium to full-bodied Aglianico exhibits aromas and flavors of cherry cola and black currant, with barrel spice lingering in the background, making this wine a perfect match for rich meats such as lamb. The tannins work nicely with a heavily marbled rib eye or oil marinated roasted vegetables.

2007 Domenico Amador County Barbera

APPELLATION: Amador County, California
VINEYARD DESIGNATION: Sutter Creek Vineyard
COMPOSITION: 96% Barbera - 4% Mourvedre
WINEMAKING: Whole berry fermented in small open fermenters. 10-12 days maceration with 2-3 hand punchdowns per day. Aged in French and American oak for 11 months.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 14.67%
CASES PRODUCED: 519
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011

Medium-bodied, aromas of cherry cola, flavors of toasty oak, supple tannins and high acidity, grace Domenico's Barbara, making it an ideal food wine that will stand up against anything you throw on the barbeque. No other wine has the versatility that can cut through tomato sauce or compliment a steak as nicely as their Barbera.

2007 Domenico Amador County Primitivo

APPELLATION: Amador County, California
VINEYARD: Designation: Vintage Estates Vineyard - Winemaker’s Vineyard
COMPOSITION: 85% Primitivo - 15% Syrah
WINEMAKING: Whole berry fermented in small open fermenters. 10-12 days maceration with 2-3 hand punchdowns per day. Aged in French and American oak for 11 months.
ALCOHOL: 15.4%
pH: 3.62
TA: 6.92
RS: 0.06%
CASE PRODUCED: 565
RELEASE DATE: September 3, 2011

Medium to full-bodied, deeply colored, rich and concentrated, sometimes called the Mother of Zinfandel, Domenico's Primitivo is grown by Dominick at his Amador County vineyard. Presenting aromas and flavors of ripe black fruit, blackberries, cocoa, plum, spice, black licorice, tobacco and red cherries. A sweet entry, well balanced with firm acids and tannins, pairing perfectly with rich and spicy dishes, lasagna, grilled lamb or beef and strong cheeses.

Primitivo's home province is Apuglia (sometimes called Puglia), located in the "heel" of Italy's boot. Wines made from Primitivo have notes of plum and spice, like Zinfandel, but because of different growing soils and climate, the fruit character is less jammy, the structure more akin to old world wines, with rustic notes of earth and spice, as well as tamed fruit flavors. Often referred to as the “Mother of Zinfandel.”

Specs

2006 Domenico Amador County Aglianico 750ml
2007 Domenico Amador County Barbera 750ml
2007 Domenico Amador County Primitivo 750ml

Specs

2006 Domenico Amador County Aglianico 750ml
2007 Domenico Amador County Barbera 750ml
2007 Domenico Amador County Primitivo 750ml

Vendor Details

Domenico Winery

Owner:: Domonick Chirichillo
Location:: San Carlos, CA

Dominick and Gloria Chirichillo’s choice of name for their winery is a reflection of their commitment to their Italian heritage and the tradition of family winemaking. In 1955 in New York, Dominick who is called Domenico in Italian was introduced to these traditions by his Nonno (grandfather), Domenico Giovinazzo. In the basement of their home was a wine press that Nonno showed Dominick; passing down from one generation to another the love of handcrafting wine.

Dominick’s passion for winemaking took him from amateur competitions, while he lived on the East Coast, to commercial status after moving to Northern California. Moving to California has enabled Dominick to choose his grapes hands-on from selected vineyards in Napa Valley, Sonoma’s Central Coast, Alexander Valley, Russian River Valley, Amador County and the Lodi District. Not to mention he is a member of the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association, where he sources Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. As of fall 2010, the wines of Domenico have won 300 Medals for wines produced from these various regions!

Our recipe for success in the wine business is simple… take the finest grapes of California, add Dominick’s passion, blend with family tradition, and you get wine that exudes complexity, finesse, and agreeability. We invite you to come by the winery to taste for yourself.

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