Nose
Spicy notes with hints of clove and cedar mingle with red fruits form expansive aromatics.
Palate
Plums, pomegranate and spice fill the mouth. Full bodied and plush, yet bright with big shoulders. It has a long and pleasant finish.
Growing Conditions
This is the first wine I have made in this blend design in my 30+ years of winemaking. For those that have followed my Reserve type Cabernet Francs and Reserve Merlots since the early 80's this will remind many. But in this blend of 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot, we have reached a new pinnacle.
Winemaking
The fruit was punched cap fermented.
Aging
Barrel aged for 32 months in selected French Oak barrels then blended prior to bottling.
