Nose
Baking spices, vanilla bean, violets, dark chocolate
Palate
TASTES LIKE: black cherry, caramel, blackberry compote, dried herbs
MOUTHFEEL: rich mid-palate, velvety tannin structure, bright acidity
Growing Conditions
The 2018 growing season kicked off with a nice, even spring. July brought in hotter temperatures, as well as some smoke from surrounding fires. But by the second week of August, the weather cooled off considerably to usher in one of the most ideal ripening seasons in recent history.
Harvest
September brought beautiful, mild weather, offering the fruit several extra weeks to hang during long, sun-filled fall days. Harvest wrapped up on October 15th, producing wines that are balanced with great fruit expression. A harvest to remember, indeed!
Bottling
March 2020
Aging
6+
Appearance
Dark and sultry.
Food Pairing
Beef & mushroom stroganoff, ginger-sesame fried tofu, gouda
