Astrale e Terra
2007 Syrah
Atlas Peak AVA
Auction 14 | Lot No. 189
Vintage: 2007
Astrale e Terra
Syrah
Atlas Peak
5 cases produced
Description
The powerful forces of "heaven and earth" inspired the name Astrale e Terra, a boutique winery founded by wine-loving friends to showcase the special terroir of the Atlas Peak Appellation. We make wine 1,250 feet above the Napa Valley floor—where the volcanic soils, a location above the fog line, various microclimates among our rolling hills and dramatic temperature changes that occur daily throughout the growing season ensure that our wines have a spectacular character and flavor. Less than three acres of Syrah are planted in our estate vineyards, resulting in an extremely limited production of this special varietal. We searched through each barrel of this sumptuous Syrah and blended only the best of the best for this Premiere Napa Valley wine.
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.65000
- Single vineyard wine
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
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very sweet |
| light body |
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very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
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very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Scott Harvey
Winemaker, Astrale e Terra
Scott Harvey ranks among California's most celebrated and accomplished winemakers. He first came to the attention of wine lovers and the wine trade as winemaker at Santino and Renwood, where he crafted wines from some of California's oldest vineyards and helped put the Sierra Foothills on the winemaking map. In 1996 he partnered with Richard Peterson, PhD, at Folie a Deux winery in Napa Valley. There, the winemaking duo garnered a reputation for outstanding Napa Valley wines produced from estate fruit as well as from vineyards across the Valley.
After selling Folie a Deux in 2004, Harvey created a series of new brands that took advantage of his experience in both the Sierra Foothills and Napa Valley. One reason Scott chose to work with Astrale e Terra is his admiration for Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the Atlas Peak appellation. According to Scott, "some of the best wines I've made have been produced from Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the Atlas Peak appellation."
As Astrale e Terra's consulting winemaker, Scott is charged with overseeing harvest, winemaking procedure and the blending of the various lots that Astrale e Terra bottles from its estate vineyards.
Country born: United States
Education: In 1975 I apprenticed at K. Fitz-Ritter Winery while attending the Weinbau Schule in Neustadt, Germany. Returned to Amador County to apprentice from Cary Gott at Montevina winery.I got my basic training in Germany but my recent winemaking style I attribute to my mentor, Dr. Richard Peterson
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I was trained in Europe, so I make wines to go with food — good acidity and low pH. The is considered an “Old-World” style of winemaking.
1st Avenue Wine House
3412 1st Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids IA 52402
319-298-9463
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from 1st Avenue Wine House:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dutch Henry Winery | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Lost Dog | 17 (2013) |
| Waterstone | 2008 | Red Wine | Los Carneros | Study in Red | 15 (2011) |
| Astrale e Terra | 2007 | Syrah | Atlas Peak | 14 (2010) | |
| Fontanella Family Winery | 2008 | Merlot | Mount Veeder | 14 (2010) |
Winery Distribution
Astrale e Terra is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.