Rockbridge Vineyard
DeChiel Merlot 2001

2001 was a "complete" vintage for Virginia, enjoying a cool, dry and sunny summer and fall yielding both ripe early varieties, such as Merlot, and late ones such as Cabernet Sauvignon.

Production:

Composition:
    Merlot     85%
    Cabernet Sauvignon     15%


Bottled: December 2002
Quantity: 314 cases

Tasting notes:

Rich black fruits highlight the aromas and flavors carried by a medium palate with sufficient tannin to well counterpoint food.