Wines
2006 Pinot Noir
ONLY A FEW CASES LEFT! The 2006 Cal Poly Pinot Noir inherited a distinctly French style with a California twist. Flavors of bright cherry, currant and strawberry reveal themselves after aromas of barrel spice and vanilla. Eight months aging in French oak barrels created soft tannins and hints of molasses, which marry well with flavors of rhubarb and licorice. This inaugural Pinot Noir pairs well with mushroom risotto, barbequed salmon and Cal Poly's Monterey Jack cheese. $30.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.49
TA = 6.45 g/L
Alc. = 13.14%
Yeast = RC212
Cases Produced = 363
2007 Pinot Noir
This is for Burgundian Pinot Noir lovers. Composed predominantly of the 2A Wadenswil clone, the varietal character in this 2007 Pinot is hard to miss and the delicate flavors remind one of field fresh raspberries and strawberries. The tannins roll across the tongue like velvet and the French oak adds a hint of vanilla sweetness without encumbering the pure fruit flavors. Enjoy with cave-aged Gruyere cheese, dried figs, venison, quail, wild boar or osso bucco. This wine won a gold medal at the Mid-State Fair, and a silver medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. $28.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.58
TA = 6.23 g/L
Alc. = 14.9%
Yeast = RC212
Cases Produced = 442
2007 Syrah
A personal favorite of the student winemakers from the day they started sampling in the vineyard, this Syrah is big and multifaceted. They wrestled the enormous raw fruit characteristics with American Oak to achieve a wine with fresh blueberries, white and black pepper, cedar and a hint of fatty bacon. This wine won a gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. It pairs perfectly with Cal Poly smoked cheddar or a large Spencer from Jockos. $28.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.36
TA = 5.88 g/L
Alc. = 14.8%
Yeast = Syrah
Cases Produced = 428
2007 Chardonnay
This Chardonnay is for those who are interested in a wine that complements food, rather than competes with it. It was nurtured in Hungarian Oak through elevage to give the wine a spicy characteristic to integrate with the refreshing acidity. From the second it greets your lips, lemon zest and pineapple race across the palate. As it lingers, honey with a touch of buttered popcorn begin to emerge. The crisp, refreshing acidity is a perfect complement to any sweet or savory dish like smoked salmon, spaghetti carbonara, or orange-glazed chicken. This wine won a gold medal at the Mid-State Fair, and a silver medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. $24.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.28
TA = 7.20 g/L
Alc. = 14.3%
Yeast = CY3079, QA23
Cases Produced = 504
2007 Mustang Red
Barbeques are a pretty important part of life in San Luis Obispo, so this is a wine for such occasions. It comes with a screwtop for those times when you've got to have a tall glass of red and don't have time to find that dang wine opener. A harmonious blend of Merlot, Zinfandel and Syrah, these musketeers of sorts make a great addition to grilled meats, sunsets and Cal Poly Cheddar. This wine won a double gold at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. $16.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.56
TA = 6.38 g/L
Alc. = 15.1%
Yeast = 50% Merlot V1116; 25% Zinfandel L2226; 25% Syrah D254
Cases Produced = 487
2008 Poly Royal Red Dessert Wine
An exotic array of varietals--Zinfandel, Tempranillo, Syrah and Souzao--along with the extended ripeness of the grapes, gives the wine the smooth, velvety flavor of dried fruits and toasted almonds with the richness of boysenberry and olallieberry. Enjoy especially with cheeses, chocolate and meringue. Try this crème brulée in a cup! A 375 ml bottle. $20.00
Bottling info:
pH = 3.73
TA = 5.40 g/L
Alc. = 16.9%
Yeast = 78% Zinfandel V1116; 11% Syrah D254; 9% Tempranillo D254; 3% Souzao D254
Cases Produced = 467
2008 Mustang White
Old World meets the New World with Cal Poly’s first Mustang White, a blend of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris exhibiting the minerality and crispness of a European-style wine. Melon, tangerine, citrus, apple and pear flavors make this light, refreshing wine a perfect complement to crab cakes, smoked cheeses, bruschetta or grilled vegetables. A wine you can enjoy all year long. $14.00/bottle, $151.20/case including a 10% discount.
Bottling info:
pH = 3.14
TA = 6.45 g/L
Alc. = 13.1%
Yeast = BGY, M2
Cases Produced = 951