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Our Wines
If you would like to place an order for our estate grown wine, please contact us at seashellcellars@gmail.com.2008 Balboa Reserve
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
This is a limited production and great blend from two varietals, Tempranillo and Grenache. Made in winemaking styles indicative to the Rioja Region of Spain then aged and blended with a Paso Robles flare. Deep garnet and crimson in color, lush layers of dark raspberry aromas greet the senses with overlapping hints of fresh strawberries and kiwi. An opulent mid-palate mouth feel is balanced with elegant smooth tannins. The 2008 Balboa Reserve is Sold out! Please consider the 2009 Balboa Reserve.
The Vineyard
The 2008 Balboa Reserve is composed of Estate Grown varietals hand selected from the rows in the vineyard and the best barrels in the cellar. Located in the proposed sub-appellation of the Estrella District in Paso Robles, the vineyard is planted across rolling hills that are met at its bottom by the Huero Huero River. Starting from the top of rolling hills the vineyards row orientation is positioned in the Southwest position utilizing a vertical shoot position trellising system. The combination of the growing techniques, vineyard positioning and alluvial soil capture the vineyards site specific terroir.
Fermentation / Maturation Notes
From the point of veraison to the time of harvesting, our winemaker frequently walks the vineyard hand inspecting clusters to ensure even ripening throughout each block. Following harvest the Tempranillo and Grenache were crushed and fermented separately. The Grenache fermentation lasted 8 days on its skins, its juice was then transferred to barrel to complete malolactic fermentation. The Tempranillo was fermented at low temperatures for 21 days and extended its maceration for another 7 days before it was drawn off its skins and transferred to barrel. Both fermentation styles bring out unique flavors and aromas in each varietal.
Technical Notes
Appelation: Paso Robles
ALC: 14.8%
pH: 3.7
TA (g/100ml): 0.65
Blend Composition: 50% Trempranillo, 50% Grenache
Harvesting Method: Hand Harvested
Cases Produced: 75 Cases
Barrel Aged: 31 Months
Bottled: June 22, 2011
Suggested Retail: $23.00
2008 Low Tide
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Seashell Cellars 2008 Low Tide full bodied red wine blend is fiercely concentrated with dark fruit tones. Blackberry and Black Cherry aromatics are accentuated by hints of anise and spice. A well balance of toasted oak flavors and rich firm tannins complete the finish.
The Vineyard
The 2008 Low Tide blend is composed of Estate Grown varietals using the best sustainable farming practices. Located in the proposed sub-appellation of the Estrella District in Paso Robles, the vineyard is planted across rolling hills that are met at its bottom by the Huero Huero River. Starting from the top of rolling hills the vineyards row orientation is positioned in the Southwest position utilizing a vertical shoot position trellising system. The combination of the growing techniques, vineyard positioning and alluvial soil capture the vineyards site specific terroir.
Fermentation / Maturation Notes
From the point of veraison to the time of hand harvesting, our winemaker frequently walks the vineyard hand inspecting clusters to ensure even ripening throughout each block. Fermented separately using unique yeast strains that complement the core characteristics of each varietal, different winemaking styles are deployed to create complexity in the final blend. Upon completion of primary fermentation of each varietal, we choose the finest blend of French, American and Eastern European Cooperage. The diversity of cooperage used in this 2008 vintage is 60% French Oak, 15% Hungarian Oak and 25% American Oak.
Technical Notes
Appelation: Paso Robles
ALC: 14.9%
pH: 3.68
TA (g/100ml): 0.69
Blend Composition: 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, 16% Syrah
Harvesting Method: Hand Harvested
Cases Produced: 178 Cases
Barrel Aged: 31 Months
Bottled: June 22, 2011
Suggested Retail: $28.00
2008 Vineyard Collection
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Our 2008 Vineyard Collection is a blend of Grenache, Tempranillo and Syrah. Dark Ruby in color, this estate blend features aromas of raspberry and cherry fruit, supported by intriguing fresh strawberry notes. On the palate, the wine is voluptuous but is nicely balanced with firm tannins with a hint of toasted mocha.
The Vineyard
The 2008 Vineyard Collection is composed of Estate Grown varietals from the upper bench of the vineyard. Located in the proposed sub-appellation of the Estrella District in Paso Robles, the vineyard is planted across rolling hills that are met at its bottom by the Huero Huero River. Starting from the top of rolling hills the vineyards row orientation is positioned in the Southwest position utilizing a vertical shoot position trellising system. The combination of the growing techniques, vineyard positioning and alluvial soil capture the vineyards site specific terroir.
Fermentation / Maturation Notes
From the point of veraison to the time of harvesting, our winemaker frequently walks the vineyard hand inspecting clusters to ensure even ripening throughout each block. The Tempranillo and Syrah started its maceration by cold soaking for 72 hours. During the fermentation extended pump-overs allowed for lengthy juice movement across its skins to intensify color and flavor. The Grenache was fermented in a style that lends itself to enhance this varietals fresh cut strawberry and kiwi aromas. The selected barrels used to age this blend are diverse by cooper, forest and toast but were all 100% French Oak.
Technical Notes
Appelation: Paso Robles
ALC: 15.1%
pH: 3.62
TA (g/100ml): 0.7
Blend Composition: 43% Grenache, 29% Tempranillo, 28% Syrah
Harvesting Method: Hand Harvested
Cases Produced: 176 Cases
Barrel Aged: 31 Months
Bottled: June 22, 2011
Suggested Retail: $28.00
2009 Balboa Reserve
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
This limited case production of Tempranillo, Grenache and Mourvedre delivers a fabulous wine we feel is deserving of the Reserve designation. Made in a winemaking styles indicative to the Rioja Region of Spain then aged in 100% French Oak Cooperage. Dark crimson in color; this blend shows wonderful fruit forwardness with layers of raspberry, spiced plum and citrus aromas. On the palate the texture is very rich and full bodied with a stretching lingering finish of coco, bacon fat and firm tannins.
The Vineyard
The 2009 Balboa Reserve is composed of Estate Grown varietals that have been hand selected from the highest quality rows within the vineyard and then the best barrels in the cellar were chosen for this blend. Located in the proposed sub-appellation of the Estrella District in Paso Robles, the vineyard is planted across rolling hills that are met at its bottom by the Huero Huero River. Starting from the top of rolling hills the vineyards row orientation is positioned in the Southwest position utilizing a vertical shoot position trellising system. The combination of the growing techniques, vineyard positioning and alluvial soils capture the vineyards’ site specific terroir.
Fermentation / Maturation Notes
From the point of veraison to the time of harvesting, our winemaker frequently walks the vineyard hand inspecting clusters to ensure even ripening throughout each block. Following harvest the Tempranillo, Grenache and Mourvedre were crushed and fermented separately. The Grenache and Mourvedre was fermented for 9 days, just prior to the completion of primary formation their juice was then transferred to barrel to complete malolactic fermentation. The Tempranillo was fermented at low temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit for 19 days and extended its maceration for another 5 days before it was drawn off its skins and transferred to barrel. Both fermentation styles bring out a unique array of flavors and aromas in each varietal.
Technical Notes
Appelation: Paso Robles
ALC: 14.8
pH: 3.65
TA (g/100ml): 0.52
Blend Composition: 45% Tempranillo, 45% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre
Harvesting Method: Hand Harvested
Cases Produced: 180 cases
Barrel Aged: 23 months
Bottled: September 23, 2011
Suggested Retail: $32.00