| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Classic Old Time Style |
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| Appearance | Medium garnet | ||
| Aroma | Very distinctive hybiscus, what Sebastiani used to call "unique bramble flavor" and warm chianti-like cedary bouquet | ||
| Flavor | Soft, drinkable, complex. | ||
| Balance | Restrained alcohol, zesty acidity. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Oenological | Standard techniques. Often vinified and aged in large redwood. | ||
| Viticultural | Does not recieve extensive hangtime. | ||
| Terroir | Heavy clay, moderate temperature, high sunlight and no fog. | ||