2009 Ruby Tuesday Rose Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Big Ranch Vineyard
Ruby Tuesday Rose signals summer! Ruby Tuesday (the wine) is perfect for a warm afternoon; a versatile accompaniment to a variety of foods. Made from 100% Syrah, light and fruity but totally dry and refreshing, reminiscent of summer rose from the South of France. 242 Cases Produced
2009 Sauvignon Blanc Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley
Hints of honeysuckle and jasmine blend with fruit flavors of white peach and Asian pear to produce a bright, refreshing wine. In the mouth the wine has a burst of lemon zest and a delicate minerality. 63 Cases Produced
2009 Viognier Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Big Ranch Vineyard
This estate grown Viognier is best described as vibrant and floral. Imagine biting into a ripe juicy peach, with just the right amount of creamy pear and acidic lemon to keep it refreshing and balanced on the palate. A small amount of residual sugar, this Viognier is lovely as an aperitif or paired with spicy Asian or Indian food. 62 Cases Produced
2007 Cabernet Franc Oak Knoll District, Big Ranch Vineyard
Our 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc has a shimmering, intense ruby color. The nose is alluring and complex with aromas of blueberry, violets, mocha, current and oak spice. Mouthfilling, well integrated fine grain tannins give was to lush, juicy flavors of berry and sweet cherry are wrapped in sweet tabacco leaf, dark cocoa and black tea. The finish is everlasting with sweet oak spice, red fruits, toffee and anise. 98 Cases Produced
2007 Zinfandel Napa Valley
Our first ever Zinfandel in 2006 was such a success that we had to do it again.The wine has lots of yummy juicy fruit that will go well with a variety of foods but especially those with red sauce like pasta or barbeque.
This old vine Zinfandel comes from the Chiles Valley area of Napa Valley.The results are a blend of power and finesse to frame a very balanced wine.
After harvest the berries were cold soaked for three days then fermented to a high temperature of 86 degrees.14 months in French oak and 3 rackings later, the wine was bottled in January 2009.
The wine is deep black-red in color and has rich notes of chocolate and ripe red fruit.This young wine will benefit from decanting which will allow the full aroma to emerge bringing forth notes of cassis, blackberry and tobacco.
·112 cases produced
·pH 3.57
·TA .65
·Alcohol 14.8%
2006 Merlot Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Big Ranch Vineyard
The 2006 Estate grown and produced Merlot was harvested mid October from the “A4” Block of our home Big Ranch Vineyard®. The grapes were harvested at 28.6° brix and cold soaked at 50 degrees for 6 days to maximize extraction of color and flavor concentration. At the conclusion of primary fermentation, the wine was pressed into French oak barrels, 75% new and 25% once used. After 20 months of aging in 70% new Nadalie and Taransaud barrels, the Merlot was blended with 10% Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and bottled July 9th, 2008.The wine is a big rich Merlot that has a lot of power. This blend accentuates the black fruit of Merlot with vanilla overtones that expresses the deep rich flavors of our vineyard. Drink it now or hold it for 3 to 7 years. ·275 cases produced ·pH 3.54 ·TA .62 ·Alcohol 14.7%
2006 Big Ranch Cuvee Napa Valley
This proprietary blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Syrah is soft, juicy and ready to enjoy. Made with the assumption that the sum is greater than its partsthe varities were blended to make a big, structured wine that is also soft and well rounded. Immensely rich and complex in character it offers aromas of cassis and blueberry leading to sweet ripe flavors that are long and well integrated. The blend of this wine is 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Syrah all aged for 22 months in French oak barrels. While this wine shows wonderfully now, it will continue to age gracefully over the next 1-3 years. Best with grilled spring lamb and beef or Italian foods. "A sleeper of the vintage as well as a great bargain from Napa." 90 Points Robert Parker 12/09 ·325 cases produced ·pH 3.74 ·TA .53 ·Alcohol 14.9%
2007 Syrah Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Big Ranch Vineyard
The 2007 Syrah was harvested October 5th from our Big Ranch Vineyard® in the Oak Knoll District.To the Syrah we added 4% Viognier from the Big Ranch Vineyard® and cold soaked the must for six days.
Fermentation was in small bins and hand punched down over the next 10 days.This process added a floral component and “un-locked” the wine to express both the power of Syrah and the finesse of the Viognier.
The resulting wine is deep, dark and brooding with high notes ofpeach and hints of black licorice.
Post fermentation the grapes were pressed into French oak barrelsand aged 14 months.
The wine is deep in color and full of rich concentrated flavors.It complements all grilled meat dishes as well as your favorite cheese.
·225 cases produced
·pH 3.63
·TA .63
·Alcohol 14.6%
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
The 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend from two very prestigious AVA districts in the Napa Valley, 75% Oakville and 25% Oak Knoll District.This produces a multi-layered wine with depth of character and bright fruit. Harvested October 30th and November 4th, the grapes were fermented to a high temperature of 89 degrees for full color and flavor extraction.Aged in 70% new, 30% once used French oak for 22 months then blended with 10% Big Ranch Vineyard® Merlot for balance and harmony. This lush Cabernet shows well now but will continue to mature over the next 3-5 years.Enjoy it with your favorite steak, roast or slow cooked stew. Named one of the "Top 100 Cabs in Napa Valley" January 2010 ·122 cases produced ·pH 3.79 ·TA .59 ·Alcohol 14.2%
Boyd Family Vineyard
4042 Big Ranch Road, Napa, California 94558 (707) 254-7353
