Nose
Warm berry cobbler, mocha, dusty violet, cigar box
Palate
TASTES LIKE: dark plum, smoked meats, blackberry, fig, olive
MOUTHFEEL: dusty tannins and elegant acidity, with great balance and fruit weight
Growing Conditions
32% Stone Valley, 25% Les Collines, 23% Seven Hills, 13% Summit View, 7% Pepper Bridge
Harvest
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. 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 2021
Winemaking
100% estate, sustainably farmed. Founding member of VINEA
Aging
100% French oak - 16% New, 84% Neutral; 45% 500L puncheon
Food Pairing
Lamb gyro, grilled meats and vegetables, beef stew, gouda
