2008 Claret
- A rich nose of cocoa, black cherry, and vanilla spice characterize this Cabernet Franc-dominated wine. The palate is completely dry and offers medium tannin and acidity, though tempered with a creaminess from complete malolactic fermentation. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. This wine has not been fined or filtered and will benefit from aging at least until 2015.
Solera
- This is a non vintage wine made from Vidal Blanc in the style of Spanish Sherry. The most important facet of the production of Sherry is the Solera system of fractional blending. Every year’s bottling is dominated by the most-recent vintage (2008 in this case), but is also blended with every previous vintage, which can date back to the founding of the winery. At Rappahannock Cellars, the Solera was established in 2000. This wine is characterized by aromas of almonds, cashews, and citrus fruits. The palate is rich in texture with a sweetness that balances the strong acidity of Vidal Blanc. 8% residual sugar. Will last forever. Sulfite free since 2006.
