Nose
Fortress delivers aromas of dark fruit, mocha and baking spices on the nose.
Palate
The palate exhibits well integrated tannins that complement the subtle earthy fl avors of pomegranate, blackberry and sweet pipe tobacco. With a rich, opulent mouth feel, Fortress is an approachable wine with a silky, lush finish.
Growing Conditions
2012 was a great growing season, and has been referred to as a ‘textbook vintage’ for Bordeaux varietals in Sonoma County. The weather was moderate, allowing the vines to achieve balanced canopy growth and sugar levels that resulted in high-quality fruit with great depth and complexity.
Aging
311 days in French and American oak Percentage of new French oak: 15%
