Nose
Expressive with spicy black cherry, saddle leather, and a subtle, beguiling hint of roses.
Palate
The wine shows lovely texture, with supportive, mouth-filling tannins that mingle well with flavors of mission fig, blackberries, smoky dark chocolate, and espresso. The wine is dense and supple, with a lingering, sweetly smoky finish.
Growing Conditions
All fruit is organically grown.
Harvest
The grapes were harvested September 28, 2013.
Aging
22 months in 60% new French oak barrels from Treuil cooperage (i.e. Aillier and Troncais).
Appearance
Rich ruby red in the glass, with lightly purple undertones.
