Peju Province Winery was founded in 1982 Tony & Herta Peju in the heart of the Rutherford region of the world-famous Napa Valley. Situated between Highway 29 and the west bank of the Napa River, the Rutherford appellation is a six square mile area famous even by Napa standards.
Peju operates 2 main estates: Rutherford, which is certified organic, and Persephone, which is sustainably farmed, although Peju intends to seek organic certification for this estate once it has been sustainably farmed for a sufficent time.
As is well known, Napa is perfect terroir for wine grapes. Winemakers Tony Peju and Sara Fowler are masters at their craft, as proven by the many awards and accolades the winery has achieved.
The Peju’s love of viticulture and passion for wine are evident in every bottle they produce.
84% Merlot 13% Petit Verdot 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
Bright nose filled with cherries, cranberries, brown sugar and a hint of eucalyptus. With a complex and layered profile of black cherry, cocoa, tobacco, blackberry and cranberry. Terrific tannin structure and a long luscious smooth finish. This is a delicious well balanced wine that will age well for 5-7 years.
Aged 18 months, French and American Oak
82% Zinfandel 16% Cabernet Sauvignon 2% Petit Verdot
Remarkable example of an elegant zinfandel with good acid and a full body. Layers of rich blackberry and brambleberry and well integrated oak notes unfold with hints of white and green peppercorn, baking spices and brown sugar. This is Zinfandel at its most refined.
Aged in American Oak barrels for 16 months.
81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot
The 2005 vintage reveals a lovely nose with aromas of dark black cherry, bittersweet chocolate and hints of bay leaf. On the palate, the dark garnet wine is rich and concentrated with layers of plum, holiday spice, tobacco and dark cocoa. Velvety tannins provide a long, memorable finish.
Aged 18 months in 40% new French and American Oak.
100% Sauvignon Blanc 13.7% alc.
Bright and clear in appearance, the 2009 Sauvignon Blanc has a delightful nose of white nectarine, passion fruit, lemon curd and hints of minerality. Fresh and lively on the palate with balanced acidity, the flavors are a fabulous combination of tropical fruit, grapefruit and lime zest with whispers of mango, guava and fresh pineapple.
Stainless steel fermented, 11% spends time in neutral French oak barrels, creating a perfect wine for food with balanced acidity and bright fruit flavors. Drink now through 2012.
Blend of finished Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and French Colombard Aromatic notes of bright cherry and raspberry tartlets, with a slight touch of cranberry and pretty floral notes. It displays flavors of fresh ripe red fruit with a hint of strawberry rhubarb pie. Its pleasing impression on the palate is followed by a refreshing finish.
100% Chardonnay 13.5% Alc
With light golden hues and a nose filled with granny smith apple, ripe pear, a hint of apricot and toasted macadamia nuts; this is a full bodied beauty. Layered and well-balanced, the lovely round mid-palate, from its time “sur lie”, fresh pear, butterscotch, toasted brioche and candied ginger flavors end in a long, creamy finish.
Aged : 6 months French Oak
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