...a 400-case cuvee from a single vineyard, Sonoma Stage Vineyard on the Sonoma Coast. About 25% whole clusters were used, and the wine displays very high acids, lots of red and black fruits, admirable concentration...
Intense, taut and grounded in a loamy, earthy minerality that gives a rich foundation for the firm, ripe wild berry, raspberry and mineral notes that are slow to develop. A bit stemmy, but persistent, teasing and tempting.
Smoky black raspberry and spicecake on the nose, plus a hint of dried rose. Sweet, concentrated and tightly focused, showing an attractive blend of power and vivacity to the flavors of dark berries and baking spices.