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