Nose
The 2011 Èloge is one of the most elegant offerings of this wine
to date. Lovely aromas of dark fruits, like black cherry, and plums
mingle with licorice and cigar box spice, coffee, & hints of violet
perfume.
Palate
The compelling aromas are followed by the palate with
power and finesse. This polished, yet powerful wine promises to
provide thrilling consumption for 30+ years. The length of the finish
is remarkably long and satisfying.
Growing Conditions
2011 in Napa started cool, and wet for those who bud
earlier than we do here in Conn Valley. The summer brought cooler
than normal temperatures, and then a wet & cool harvest season. We
harvested long after the rains came and left, but that forced us to
tighten the belt by dropping fruit both before & after the storms in
order to get full maturation of the grapes, but at a heavy cost of yields.
This is a vintage we are extremely excited about, it truly shows off
how wonderful a spot we have in Conn Valley, and how skilled our
team is at growing grapes and making wine.
grapes and making wine.
