Seeing Red
“I can’t wait to get home and try that Estrella Creek Estate Red Trio I ordered.”
“Red Trio? What’s that?”
“Well, it’s three types of w—”
“Wait, don’t tell me. I’m keen to guess.”
“Ok…”
“Is it three types of redwood?”
“What? No. Are there even three types of redwood?”
“Are you serious? There’s Sequoiadendron giganteum, Sequoia sempervirens, and Metasequoia glyptostroboides. Wow, you need to get out more.”
“Well, I’m glad you know that, but no, I do not currently have three large trees waiting for me in a package on my doorstep.”
“Fair enough. Red Trio…let’s see. Are they the three extant Communist states?”
“…”
“You know, Red Trio. Right?
“…”
“So People’s Republic of China, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.”
“You think I ordered three autonomous nations to be delivered to my home?”
“Yes.”
“Well, you’re wrong. And you forgot about Cuba. SNIPPITY SNAP!”
Features
2006 Estate Syrah
- Varietal: 100% Estate Grown Syrah
- Appellation: Paso Robles, CA (Estrella area)
- Vineyard: 4M Vineyards
- Harvest Date: October 2, 2006
- Brix at harvest: 25.5
- Alcohol: 14.4%
- Acidity: 0.65g/100mL
- pH: 3.65
- Date bottled: December 10 2008
- Cases bottled: 120
This is a dark purple Syrah with a touch of spice and blackberry on the nose. Flavors of black pepper, black currant and earthiness balanced delectably on the palate for an extended finish.
2006 Stargazer
- Varietal: 67% Syrah, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petite Sirah Appellation: Paso Robles, CA (Estrella area)
- Harvest Date: September 15, October 9, 2006
- Brix at harvest: Average of 25.5
- Alcohol: 15.0%
- Acidity: 0.67g/100mL
- pH: 3.57
- Date bottled: September 7, 2009
- Cases bottled: 250
- Cellaring: Readily approachable and will age elegantly to 2018
The third vintage of Estrella Creek's proprietary blend displays generous aromas of blueberry and blackberry, elegantly complemented by flavors of dark cherry, vanilla, currant and a touch of spice. The lingering finish fills the palate with a full, yet soft mouth feel.
2008 Moondancer
- Composition: 67% Estate Grown Syrah/ 33% Paso Robles Grenache
- Appellation: Paso Robles, CA
- Vineyards: 4M Vineyards
- Cases Made:150
- Consume: Now through 2015
- Alcohol: 15.0
Estrella Creek's inaugural Moondancer release is an elegant wine with strawberry, cassis and a touch of black pepper on the nose. A soft mouth-feel with notes of black cherry, ripe raspberry and a hint of chocolate.
Specs
2006 Estate Syrah 750ml2006 Stargazer 750ml
2008 Moondancer 750ml
Winery Details
Estrella Creek
- Founded:
- 1977
- Owners:
- The Mays Family
- Location:
- San Miguel, CA
Sales Stats
- Speed to First Woot:
- 5m 24.337s
- First Sucker:
- sdfreedive
- Last Wooter to Woot:
- M27
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