Rollingwood Cellars Chambourcin

Faulty vinification, lack of yeast nutrient during secondary fermentation resulted in build-up of H2S, possible oxidation issues as well. Pale red to deep pink, rosy pink towards perimeter. Wine really opens up with decanting and aeration, ridding it of sulfite aromas. Fruity tart cherry on the nose, with subdued black pepper. Thin mouthfeel with strong acidity. Lack of buttery creaminess makes it unclear if malolactic bacteria inoculation actually delivered malolactic fermentation in this wine, and it would be inhibited in …