Holden Manz Vernissage 2022

Winter 2021 saw cool temperatures and good strong rains allowing the vines a chance to rest. Growing season was dominateated by moderate temperatures, moderate rainfall and winds and a slow ripening period. 2022 harvest was a little later than normal due to cooler weather throughout the season, which persisted through harvest time and expressed itself with grapes of higher acidity. The season produced strong vine growth, good bunch and berry sizes.

Deep ruby center with a lighter red rim. 

Individual varieties were bunch and berry sorted, crushed and destalked to tank. Fermentation was initiated after 8 days cold soaking. Minimal additions were made to preserve the true cultivar characteristics of the grapes and to minimize man-made impact on the wine. After careful blending trials and numerous test tastings the final blend combined a variety of batches each contributing in its own unique way to make this a balanced, expressive and fruit driven wine. Maturation included 18 months in 3rd fill French oak barrels and for the remainder of the time in stainless steel before bottling. Bottling took place on 17 July 2025.

Blend: Merlot 76%, Syrah 16%, Cabernet Sauvignon 8%

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