Palate
Bright cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit with elegant earthy notes infused with cola and mild spice accents. Oak ageing adds a hint of vanilla and a soft, toasty finish.
Growing Conditions
Cool California Coast Sourcing.
Santa Barbara County infuses the wine with dark cherry lushness.
Monterey County grapes develop the floral nuances and structure along with flavors of ripe strawberry, raspberry and blackberry.
Grapes are grown in cool coastal vineyards on benchland rolling hillsides and mountain tops resulting in small, densely-flavored grapes which create 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 7.5 months in 94% French (21% new) oak barrels for hints of toast, vanilla and cedar aromas.
Appearance
Dark garnet