Nose
Aromas of almond paste and candied ginger, which
in this vintage, are accented by a hint of lemon zest.
Palate
Creamy mouthfeel leads to delicious flavors of
dried apricot and dried persimmon that are balanced by a more crisp and pleasantly tart note of starfruit.
Growing Conditions
Rugged vineyards planted in sparse soils at high altitude.
Harvest
Vintage 2017 began with restorative rains that replenished soils, helped support vine growth and fortified our
vineyards through the Spring. We started harvest on Mount Veeder after Labor Day with yields looking
promising, as the sugars and acids in the grapes showed incredible balance. The rest of the mountain fruit came off
the vine quickly with the consistently warm weather.
Aging
100% Stainless steel fermented, 4 months in neutral oak
Food Pairing
Salty and sweet combinations like fresh peaches wrapped in Jamón Serrano. Steamed shellfish with chorizo.
Boquerones with preserved lemons and pickled onions.
