Nose
The aromatics of this wine feature dark berries, white
pepper, cardamom and subtle smoky notes.
Palate
Structured tannins support flavors
of black plum, blackberry, cocoa, white peppercorn and spice all wrapped up
in a rich, sophisticated mouthfeel.
Growing Conditions
Bismark Vineyard is located in the Mayacamas Mountains high above the city
of Sonoma, in the sub-appellation of Moon Mountain District. The soils in
this vineyard are rocky and well draining. Sitting at an elevation high above
the fog line at 2100 feet, this steeply sloped vineyard benefits from cooler air
temperatures yet intense sun light adding to the depth of this wine.
Aging
Hand-sorted and fermented in 2 lots—one destemmed and
one whole cluster– resulting in a total of 15% whole cluster for the final wine.
The two lots were then barrel aged separately for 20 months in French oak,
20% new.
Appearance
Dark ruby in color.
