Brash aromas of black cherry and cocoa are accompanied by notes of cola, spice and thyme, adding complexity. Sweet wild blackberry, blackcurrant, and blueberry coat the palate while savory notes of clove, licorice, star anise and molasses make the wine almost succulent. While the wine is soft and pretty, it is not lacking in power and style—its balanced acidity, and silky tannins provide structure and class to the dark core of luscious fruit and provide a mouth feel with more gravitas than flash.
APPELLATION: Sonoma County
VINEYARDS: Alexander Valley & Estate Fruit
VARIETALS: A Blend of 80% Syrah, 10% Petite Sirah, and 10% Zinfandel
FERMENTATION: 100% Neutral French Oak
PRODUCTION: 980 Cases
ALCOHOL: 14.3%