Sonata Series 2016

Vineyard Region : Shanxi & Ningxia

Grape Variety : 55% Marselan, 23% Syrah, 18% Cabernet Franc, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon

Length/Type of Fermentation : 

​​​​​​​The wine ferments partially on wild yeast (or indigenous yeast) in smaller size open fermentor. Manual cap plunging during fermentation process follow by extended period of post ferment maceration. After pressing, the wine is transfer to barrels for MLF.

Length/Type of Aging : 37% New French Oak (Combination of Medium & Heavy toast barrel) + 10% American Oak aging for up to 12 months. The wine did not undergo cold stability & only treated with course filter before bottle. Crystallize sediment may develop over time.

Tasting Note : Vibrant, dark cheery red in color. Black to blue fruits dominant on the nose back with lightly spice, star anise and vanilla character. Medium to full weight wine. On the palate it is dense yet refine with well textured tannins & fruits balance.

"Grace Vineyard Sonata series" is a hand-made wine, fermenting with wild (indigenous) yeast. This method allows the wine to develop by itself and it's more a natural process.

Awards :

Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2012 - Bronze Medal.

RVF CHINESE WINE AWARDS 2013 - Gold Medal.