Nose
dusty cocoa and vanilla
Growing Conditions
The growing season repeated a stellar performance, much like vintage 2013, with “early, even and excellent”
the watchword throughout Napa. Winter was a warmer in Pope Valley than is the norm, and spring brought
moderate temperatures with little moisture, encouraging an early bud break. Grapes languished lazily on the
vine in the typical summer heat, ripening fully with complex, rich flavors. Some September rain was quickly
followed by breezy, warm and sunny weather keeping the harvest on track and on schedule,
Harvest
picking at Allomi beginning in late September.
Aging
20 months in 10 % New French Oak Barrels
Appearance
deep purple
Food Pairing
Grilled Mission figs with Point Reyes Blue Cheese and balsamic syrup; braised or grilled lamb; eggplant and
root vegetables like beets or celery root; Cypress Grove Lamb Chopper cheese, aged gouda or medium
cheddar, chocolate dipped boysenberries.
