Palate
This wine shows concentrated spicy strawberry, firm tannin structure and a balanced acidity. It has a mouth-coating richness and depth and a subtle vanilla quality that compliments the dark fruit flavors.
Growing Conditions
Indian Springs Vineyard, Central Sonoma County. Lightly irrigated, this region is known for rich, loamy soil, resulting in fruit with big berry flavors and firm tannins.
Winemaking
Individual lots were harvested separately, according to ripeness and balance of acidity, gently crushed with a large proportion of whole berries remaining, fermented, pressed and barreled.
Aging
40% new medium plus toasted French oak for 10 months.
