Casino Mine Ranch - Marcel 2016 | Monsieur Touton Selection

Description

Marcel is a blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Teroldego, a varietal native to Northern Italy and scarcely planted around the world. Teroldego finds itself aptly at home in the Sierra Foothills with its Gold Rush history, considering its moniker originates from “the gold of the Tyrol.” This inky, lush fruit forward varietal is the perfect yin to the grounded Tempranillo’s yang, complementing one another in an unusual yet serendipitous pairing. The wine itself is named in honor of a lifetime resident of Casino Mine Ranch: Marcel Tiquet, who cared for the land for over 60 years. The grapes were harvested at optimum ripeness, underwent a long maceration on the skins and spent 18 months in new French barriques.

Tasting notes

Marcel is a deep, ruby-hued wine that permeates the glass emanating notes of bramble fruits, forest floor and hints of grilled meats over an open wood fire. The palate is marked by incredible tension balanced with a lushness that leaves you reaching for the next sip. A myriad of flavors from baking spice and fennel to a cigar box, berry preserves and spice. An elegant, full-bodied wine with a long finish.

Estate

UNEARTHING THE UNEXPECTED. Casino Mine Ranch is an estate vineyard located in the Sierra foothills of Amador County. The winery, a century-old ranch that was once mined for gold, is owned and managed by fourth-generation California brothers, Jim and Rich Merryman. The vineyard is planted and farmed to best harness the potential of the site, through thoughtfully selected grape varietals. In keeping with the family’s pioneering spirit, the Merryman’s partnered with the highly acclaimed winemaking team of Andy Erickson and Jessica Tarpy who share a passion for great wines from special sites. Together with their commitment to hard work, connection to the land, and passion to produce the best wine possible they are pursuing a legacy that honors the history, family, and the land.

History

In 1936, Simone Shaw, daughter of an Alaskan miner and Belgian aristocrat, purchased a property in Amador County hoping to find gold. She called it “Casino Mine Ranch” because she knew it would be a gamble to find any gold. Today, more than 80 years later, Simone’s great nephews Jim and Richard Merryman look after the property, which includes a vineyard of an unusual array of grapes. The legendary Andy Erickson and winemaker Jessica Tarpy Shaheen make the wines and a new history is being written for Casino Mine Ranch.

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