Palate

This Malbec possesses an alluring nose of plum, cherry and spiced rhubarb. Notes of cocoa, coffee beans and dark chocolate penetrate the nose. The palate is plush and velvety with a generous and silky finish.

Growing Conditions

Our 2013 Sonoma Valley Malbec was sourced exclusively from the fast draining and cobbly soils of the Lassetter vineyard on Sonoma Mountain within the Sonoma Valley AVA.

Winemaking

Fermented in stainless steel.

Aging

Aged for 24 months in 70% French oak (10% new) and 30% American oak (10% new).