From the coolest site in the Anderson Valley, 20 miles from the Pacific, this vineyard rests on a slope at 325 feet in elevation. Aged 15 months in 60-gallon barriques (16% new French oak), it’s 14.9 percent abv comes in as balanced and elegant. Arousing notes of black cherry and vanilla bathe the palate, with headier notes of leather and fig, dense and attention-grabbing. Lavender blooms from start to finish, with a touch of green tea.
Savory and earthy, with plums in aspic, tobacco, and dried lavender.
A rich, ripe blend of 90% Castelão and 10% Alicante Bouschet, matured four months in French oak. Dried black fruit aromas and flavors are prominent, with fig, bittersweet dark chocolate, and black strap molasses. Spiced cedar enters mid-palate and soothes with a dark roast coffee finish.
Made from Petite Sirah juice from early harvested grapes. The beverage is infused with electrolytes and no added sugar, along with adaptogens such as magnesium, potassium, and ginseng. Ripe, sweet blueberry notes meld with vanilla for a refreshing quaff.
Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay verjus – the fresh juice from early harvested grapes – infused with electrolytes. We taste strawberry and watermelon, for a charming and refreshing bubbly sensation.
A terrific Sauvignon Blanc, this harkens back to the days when Marlborough renditions burst onto the worldwide wine scene with very intense aromas and flavors with almost no buffering from residual sugar. The bouquet shows aromas of pink grapefruit above all, with a shot of fresh lime juice in the flavors. The acidity is pronounced but not overly tart. Wow – please pass the oysters.
A most elegant Zin, with brambly sweet tobacco, red tea, and black raspberry ganache. Expressive and impressive, with round tannins and a spiced cedar finish.
Vibrant red and blue fruit with spiced oak and cinnamon. Juicy, with high-toned acidity.