Velocity, Rogue Valley Red Wine 2007

"The flagship wine, the velvety red Velocity, is based on the deeply aromatic and intense Malbec grape, supported by traditional Bordelaise varietals and spiced by a small percentage of Syrah. The actual blend varies with the vintage. Following the first winter’s barrel aging, Gus begins a critical three-step process to achieve the wine’s final profile. First, each barrel from each separate lot (by varietal, vineyard, and press fraction) is selected for character worthy of the Velocity name. Second, a rigorous series of blending trials establishes the role each lot will play in the final assemblage, until the wine’s aromas, structure, mouthfeel and finish come together into one harmonious performance. Finally, the separate lots are combined and returned to barrels to age through a second winter as a complete wine."  Winery Notes