Nose
Dark red fruit and a hint of cocoa
Palate
Rich and plush on the palate, showing a core of dark red fruit, with hints of tobacco, and violet.
Growing Conditions
408-feet in elevation, Mayacamas series soil, rocky and well drained, derived from sedimentary and meta sedimentary rocks
Harvest
Sept. 27, 2016, 4 tons/acre
Winemaking
unfined, unfiltered, whole berry, primary malo (wild yeast), 19 day closed tank, zero day cold soak
Aging
18 months in 100% new French oak, 27 months in bottle before release
Appearance
Deep ruby
Food Pairing
This wine will pair beautifully with chocolate mousse made with dark chocolate or a good old fashioned burger off the grill