Growing Conditions
Vintage 2020 began with an encouraging mild start and lower than average rainfall. Bud break and bloom were a couple weeks later than average, setting the growing season back slightly. Temperatures rose significantly in August, shortening the seasonal delay. Heat waves plagued the season from August to October, with temperatures over 110°F for extended periods of time. Harvest began on August 17th, with white wines showing great quality despite the heat. At the end of one of the warmest vintages in Paso, we have found wine flavors and quality to be very good with excellent concentration.
Winemaking
Our Robert Hall Red Blend is a combination of some of our favorite vineyards in Paso Robles. Our intention with this blend to craft a wine big, dark, and juicy with the approachability and quality that Robert Hall drinkers have come to expect. Petite Sirah and Zinfandel are at the heart of this blend highlighting two varieties that do well in Paso Robles. Each vintage we use Petite Sirah to add structure and Zinfandel for ripe fruit flavors. Vintage to vintage we will incorporate other varietals and districts highlighting the best of the vintage. Aged in French and Eastern European oak for 18 months.
Food Pairing
Pair with smoked meats, burgers, Spanish style tapas.
