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September 5 – October 1, 2014 24.9 Brix

August 11-12, 2016 5.8 g/L 3.76

14.8%

The 2014 Eruption is a blend of 53% Malbec, 16% Syrah, 15% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah, 7% Mourvèdre.

Volcano Ridge Vineyard is located on the steep slopes of an extinctcinder cone at 2,200 feet above sea level on the eastern end of High Valley. The pure volcanic soils are ideal for vine stress, restricting crop yields, and making wine that has both intensity and elegance.

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2 0 1 4 P R O P R I E TA R Y R E D W I N E

Our winemaking team is fanatical about quality and the use of traditional handcrafted techniques. It creates wines with both style and finesse. Fermented in small lots using native yeast, the wine is then aged in French and American oak barrels (30% New) for 8-10 months before being blended and bottled without filtration.

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10915 high valley road · clearlake oaks, ca 95423 · 707.998.1895 · brassfieldestate.com

E R U P T I O N

A full bodied Rhone-style blend with an unmistakable California accent. This wine is brimming with rich blackberry, raspberry, and plum notes. Ripe fruit reminiscent of blueberry pie is balanced by an underpinning of baking spices. The thick composition of this blend is complemented by a core of volcanic tannins and is drawn out to a lengthy finish by subtle minerality. Currently accessible, but age worthy for at least a decade.

VOLCANO RIDGE VINEYARD – HIGH VALLEY APPELLATION