Nose
Black pepper, brown spice, blackberry and red cherry all come together at once in a generous nose.
Palate
The mouthfeel is full and silky and brings some earth and cedar to all of the fruit and spice. A touch of toasty oak in the background continues on to the bright finish.
Growing Conditions
The 2014 growing season got off to an early start with budbreak about two weeks earlier than average. A late winter weather system brought in enough rain to supply the vines through bloom, and mild warm spring weather gave us good fruit set. Mild weather through the growing season without rain events or heat spikes was optimal for the development of the fruit. The early spring brought on an early harvest with average size yields of excellent fruit. This is looking to be an outstanding vintage.
