Nose

Floral scent of lilac accompanied by intense black fruit, caramelized oak toast and dark chocolate.

Palate

A full-body palate opens on bold tannins that quickly weigh in with concentrated flavors of black cherry, black currant, black raspberry, and black plum. Sweet-toasted oak, moderate acidity and a thin layer of slick mineral graphite balance this muscular wine for sure.

Growing Conditions

StoneTree Vineyard

Harvest

Ample heat is required to tame this beastly grape and Stone Tree Vineyard seldom disappoints. A warm-hot 2017 summer made amends for a cool spring.

Bottling

June 2020

Aging

100% French (30% new)

Appearance

purple/ruby