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William Harrison tasting room porchWilliam Harrison is a family-owned estate and winery producing high quality grapes for limited production ultra-premium Napa Valley wines. The William Harrison Estate Wines come exclusively from our 10-acre estate in Rutherford, CA and are comprised of the five Bordeaux "noble" grape varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot. Because of our limited acreage, our estate wine production usually varies from 1200 to 2200 cases, depending upon the year.

For information about any of our wines, contact the Tasting Room at (707) 963-8310.

 

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William Harrison Estate Rutherford Red 2008

2008 ESTATE RUTHERFORD RED (Sold out)

We are pleased to release our award-winning 2008 Estate Rutherford Red Bordeaux Blend. Using the best wines of the vintage, the blend is comprised of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Petit Verdot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 5% Merlot. Possessing vivid dark-fruit aromas: hints of black cherry and huckleberry mingle with nuances of cassis. Exceptionally concentrated, its rich mouth-filling style finishes on long-lasting and balanced flavors. This beautiful blend will continue to develop and pleasure for many years to come.

CELLAR NOTES:The Rutherford Red varietals were fermented in small stainless steel tanks after a 2-day cold soak. Twice-a-day pump-overs were applied and as fermentation temperatures reached 90 degrees more intensive pump-overs were used to extract the deep color and rich flavors from the grapes. Careful pressing techniques allowed us to take each varietal and separate it into three distinctly different lots. These lots were evaluated, and the best lots of each varietal were used in the resulting blend.

PRODUCTION: 225 cases produced
PRICING: $75.00 per bottle
AVAILABILITY: SOLD OUT

   
William Harrison Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

2008 ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON

A big, bold, intensely flavored wine, our Estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon shows why Napa cabernet is so sought after. Tiers of rich currant and black cherry mix with the cedar, tobacco and earth notes. In the mouth, dark-red fruit flavors mix with leather and licorice, while the toasty oak finish lingers on the palate with moderate tannins.

Silver Award
2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

 

CELLAR NOTES: The Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in small stainless steel tanks after a 2-day cold soak. Twice-a- day pump-overs were applied and as fermentation temperatures reached 90 degrees more intensive pump-overs were used to extract the deep color and rich flavors from the grapes. Careful pressing techniques allowed us to take each Cabernet block and separate it into three distinctly different lots. These lots were evaluated, and the best lots of each varietal were used in the resulting blend.

PRODUCTION: 550 cases produced
PRICING: $50.00 per bottle 
AVAILABILITY: No restrictions at this time

   

William Harrison Estate Cabernet Franc 2008

2008 ESTATE CABERNET FRANC

A wonderfully rich, intense and balanced Cabernet Franc. Our Estate-grown Cabernet Franc was picked late in the season to fully develop flavor. In the mouth, tightly focused currant, black cherry, anise and cedar linger nicely, plus touches of blueberry, coffee and spice. The long finish ends on moderate tannins. An exceptional food wine.

CELLAR NOTES: The Cabernet Franc was fermented in a small stainless steel tank after a 2-day cold soak. Twice-a-day pump-overs were applied and as fermentation temperatures reached 90 degrees more intensive pump-overs were used to extract the deep color and rich flavors from the grapes Careful pressing techniques allowed us to separate it into three distinctly different lots, each bringing its own unique nuances to the final blend.

PRODUCTION: 315 cases produced
PRICING: $45.00 per bottle
AVAILABILITY: No restrictions at this time

   
William Harrison Carneros Chardonnay 2011

2011 CHARDONNAY

From vineyards deep in the Carneros Appellation we find fruit for this handcrafted Chardonnay. Aged in French oak, this wine reveals light citrus notes of key lime and lemon, with a hint of minerality.  This wine finishes with intensity, concentration and a pretty floral highlight.

Double Gold Award
2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

 

CELLAR NOTES: The Chardonnay was barrel fermented over the course of three months and aged in French oak for twelve months; 50% malo-lactic fermentation occurred, with Sur-lie aging to create complex flavors.

PRODUCTION: 300 cases produced
PRICING: $32.00 per bottle
AVAILABILITY: No restrictions at this time

   
William Harrison Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2010

2010 PINOT NOIR

We harvested these grapes from the rolling hills of the Sonoma Coast. The earth and climate of this region, with nutrient rich soil and cool breezes, make it ideal for Pinot Noir. Delicate and supple on the nose, this wine exhibits aromas of violet-potpourri and sweet red fruits. On the palate you will find flavors reminiscent of fruit leather, strawberries and pomegranate.

Silver Award
2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

 

PRODUCTION: 100 cases produced
PRICING: $38.00 per bottle
AVAILABILITY: No restrictions at this time

 

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