Palate
This dark garnet gem delivers bright cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit with elegant earthy notes infused with cola and mild spice accents. Oak aging adds a hint of vanilla and a soft, toasty finish.
Growing Conditions
Cool California Coast Sourcing. Monterey County (54%) grapes develop the floral nuances and structure along with flavors of ripe strawberry, raspberry and blackberry. Santa Barbara County (46%) infuses the wine with dark cherry lushness. Grapes are grown on benchland vineyards with rolling hillsides that develop small, densely flavored grapes which become well-structured wines.
Winemaking
Lots are kept separate until the final blend so that our winemakers have the ability to craft a wine that exhibits the perfect blend of flavors and aromas from each region.
Aging
Aged for 5 months in 95% French (13% new) oak barrels for hints of toast, vanilla and cedar aromas.
Appearance
Dark garnet