Nose
The 2021 Frederick Red Wine reveals aromas of dried herbs, flowers and tobacco.
Palate
Flavors of dark fruit are balanced by juicy tannins. The wine finishes with mineral and herbal notes.
Winemaking
Spring Valley Vineyard fruit is hand-picked, hand-sorted and gently de-stemmed by gravity.
In keeping with Spring Valley tradition, hand punch-downs occur twice a day until the end of alcoholic fermentation.
Aging
The wine aged for 30 months in French oak, stainless steel and neutral 500 Liter puncheons.
Food Pairing
Grilled ribeye steak, prosciutto-wrapped dates stuffed with gorgonzola, caramelized brussels sprouts