Our Wines
Reid Family wines are from the golden
triangle of Napa, the southern end of Napa Valley where it meets the
hills of Carneros. A vineyard of tightly spaced vines that concentrates
yields, Bordelaise chais and traditional methods in the cellar combine
to produce striking, lively wines.
2008 HANNAH’S BLEND is named after the Reid’s first grandchild, Hannah Kathleen Stenberg. Like their granddaughter, this wine is a wonderful blend of elements which combine to produce an impressive result!
Primarily Merlot, the wine is enhanced by the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petite Sirah. The floral nose gives way to flavors of black cherries, plums, and toasty vanilla in the glass. The tannins are smooth and silky and the wine finishes with a richness characteristic of previous vintages.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Date of Harvest: September & October 2008
Blend: 65% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petite Sirah, 2% Cabernet Franc
Cooperage: 50% new French oak
Months in barrels: 32
Production: 200 cases
ORDERING INFORMATION
To Place Orders:
Phone: 707-252-3195
Fax: 707-224-6479
Email: reidfamilyvineyards@gmail.com
Reid Family wines were formerly produced under the J. Kirkwood label. Hannah’s Blend 2008 is the first vintage released under the new Reid Family label.
Lord Nelson 'Victory' Fortified “Port-Style” Wine
Lord Nelson "Victory" is a dense yet polished vintage port-style
fortified wine. THIS is my fruit bomb! Perfect with a chocolate and
berry dessert (or maybe a good cigar) 1,200 half bottles produced
The main varietal in the blend is Syrah, which gives it great
concentration and color. Cabernet Franc adds the mocha/cocoa, and
Viognier adds the honeysuckle aromatics with hints of Meyer lemon peel.
Full-bodied and medium sweet, with a beautiful density and a sweet
fruity and fine tannic aftertaste. Balanced yet muscular.
This wine is produced in small amount only in the best vintages
and when there is sufficient aged brandy, which I also distill. Made in
the traditional 25% reserve method to insure consistency of style.
Addition of the brandy to stop the fermentation must happen in the
middle of the night with a secret ceremony! The finished alcohol is 20%.
Great luck has been involved in making this special wine – truly a
labor of love–it could easily outlive me!
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