Batch #49
Bourbon Barrel-Aged
Batch 49 began the aging process in traditional American and French oak barrels before being introduced to new bourbon barrels. The characteristic flavors from these sought-after vessels come through beautifully in Batch 49, imparting attractive smoky notes to the nose and palate. Richly flavored vanilla, dried herbs and a hint of caramel offer a lasting impression. For the last winemaking step, the wine was matured in used bourbon barrels–some as many as 13 years old–from a selection of America’s most celebrated distilleries. Over time, barrel-ageing polished the wine and lent further depth and complexity to its bold character.
A touch of Petite Sirah (14%) contributes deep color and enhances mouthfeel, while delivering a soulful minerality. On the palate, flavors of vanilla and sage spice feature alongside layered notes of red and black fruit, and old-fashioned licorice. True to form, 1000 Stories closes with a lengthy finish suggestive of kirsch-spiked liquid smoke.
Boldly crafted
The wine marries Mendocino’s historic old-vine Zinfandel sites with vineyards in Paso Robles, Lodi and Amador County. Zinfandel lends a generous core of ripe fruit, accented by fragrant notes of spice box and sautéed herbs, while Petite Sirah imparts considerable density, minerality and an unmistakeable ruby-purple hue. In signature 1000 Stories fashion, this batch was aged in traditional French and American oak, with a portion finished in charred bourbon barrels before the final blend was assembled.
1000 Stories begins its aging like most Zinfandels: in wine barrels. Then, the tradition transitions to innovation. Bob selects a combination of new and used bourbon barrels to complete the aging process. Each batch is crafted individually and is unique in its final profile. Aging in bourbon barrels imparts characteristics of charred vanilla and dried herbs.