Nose
Intense red fruit, earth, graphite, aniseed
Palate
Bold, wild brambly fruit, ferrous, significant yet velvety tannin.
Harvest
Despite a cool start to spring, flowering and fruit set were even across all varieties. November heralded the beginning of a glorious run of weather. Days were warm but never hot, and temperatures dropped nicely into the evenings, allowing gradual ripening and acid retention in the grapes.
Winemaking
Despite a cool start to spring, flowering and fruit set were even across all varieties. November heralded the beginning of a glorious run of weather. Days were warm but never hot, and temperatures dropped nicely into the evenings, allowing gradual ripening and acid retention in the grapes.
Aging
For immediate enjoyment
Appearance
Deep purple
Food Pairing
Take it on your next picnic!