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2016 Sanguis The Highlands

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Latest Sale Price

December 3, 2023 - $38

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RATINGS

93Vinous / IWC

Bold, pungent Cabernet Franc aromatics make a strong opening statement. Rich, dark and powerful to its core...beautifully expressive...

92The Wine Advocate

...features warm blackcurrant, bitter chocolate, fried herbs, maraschino cherries, blueberry and boysenberry preserves with cedar, pencil shavings, licorice and loads of exotic spices. Medium to full-bodied with intensely spicy fruits, it has firm, chewy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and packed with flavor.

92Jeb Dunnuck

...blackcurrants, blackberries, cedarwood, incense, and earth, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied, building tannins and a good finish.

REGION

United States, California, South Coast, Santa Barbara County, Santa Ynez Valley

Santa Ynez Valley AVA is home to more wineries than any other area in Santa Barbara County. The appellation was established in 1983 and it includes a total of 76,800 acres, of which 1,500 acres are vineyards. Chardonnay is the dominant grape in this appellation, followed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Merlot. The appellation runs east and west with temperatures and microclimates changing significantly from warmer in the east to cool by the time the district gets close to the Pacific Ocean. In recent years Rhone-style wines have been successfully made here, and vineyards now are also planted to Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache, Mourvedre and Marsanne.