Nose
Aromatics of dark fruits, damson plum, black olive, black pepper, lardons, leather and jasmine notes jump from the glass.
Palate
The palate has the finest tannins and most ethereal texture we’ve yet coaxed from this vineyard and is complex with intense flavors. The finish shows the same balance, with a magic interplay of richness and weightlessness.
Growing Conditions
Our fourth vintage from this Napa Valley Syrah Grand Cru! We love this vineyard for many reasons, not least of which is its joyous, loving owners Brian and Janet Phoenix, who farm it biodynamically; but also, its balance of spice and true Syrah aromatics on a Napa frame. These characteristics often get obliterated by the warm Napa afternoons, but here, in this cool pocket of Napa town just outside of Coombsville, the bay breezes help retain the beautiful fruit and spice.
Aging
18 months in 40% new French oak.
