Nose
The 2019 Cuvée Alice showcases aromas of red raspberry and olallieberry, complemented by traces of baking spices.
Palate
The entry is rich and soft, bursting with red and blue fruits. The weighted mid-palate segues into a clean, balanced finish, making this wine a perfect food pairing wine.
Harvest
- Syrah - Block 22: 10/4/19
- Grenache – Blocks: 1-3: 9/18/19
- Mourvèdre - Block 4: 10/21/19
- Tannat - Block 19: 10/26/19
Bottling
May 23, 2021
Winemaking
A portion of the four varietals were co-fermented in different closed top fermentors, with open pump-overs two times daily for an average of 10 days. Other portions were fermented separately then added to the blend post malolactic fermentation.
Aging
Aged 18 months in two neutral 600L French oak puncheons, a concrete hippo, and the balance in neutral and once used French oak barrels.
Food Pairing
Pair with lamb, venison, charcuterie, and hearty pastas.