Nose
Cayenne-spiced cocoa, dusty blueberry, dried oregano, vanilla
Palate
TASTES LIKE: ripe plum, milk chocolate, black cherry, raspberry sauce
MOUTHFEEL: approachable tannins with a smooth, chocolatey finish
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
January 2020
Winemaking
100% estate, sustainably farmed
Founding member of VINEA
Aging
6-7+
Appearance
Inky Red
Food Pairing
Meatballs in tomato sauce, turkey with cranberry, brisket, pâté
