Nose
Hints of cherry blossom and vanilla greet the nose.
Palate
Notes of raspberry and cola bounce on the palate. Juicy fruit, toasted graham cracker and baking spice round the mouthfeel. The wine finishes with smooth tannins and an elegant acidity; this wine dances on the palate.
Growing Conditions
Like 2012, 2013 had near picture-perfect weather and a long and sustained growing season that allowed the vines to ripen the fruit to exactly where we wanted. Our 2013 wines are lush with ripe fruit flavors but balanced with coastal acidity thanks to the constant fog coverage in Occidental.
Aging
100% french oak; 20% new; 10 months