Nose

Fresh aromatics of African violet, sassafras, and smoked paprika.

Palate

The palate is dense and rich, with roasted stem inclusion bringing intensity and length. Concentrated flavors of baked pomegranate, wild blueberry, and allspice bring this wine to a delicious and distinctive finish.

Growing Conditions

Planted to hillside slopes with southern exposure, cobbled clay loam soils and rock outcroppings, the vineyard is at a high elevation of 500 to 800 feet above sea level.

Aging

10 Months in 40% New French Oak.

Appearance

This wine is deep garnet in color.