About This Wine

On the nose: Ripe black plums, raspberries, truffles, peppercorns, cedar

On the palate: Fresh, juicy entrance evolving on a velvety midpalate lifted Rich dense purple fruit, orange peel, Indian spices, fresh hay, almond paste, forest floor, graphite, builds on the palate to a full structured finish

Wine Profile

Blend: 100% Malbec

Fermentation: 40% barrel fermented, 60% stainless steel tank fermented 

Aging: 18 months in French oak, 80% new, 20% 1-year-old barrels

Winemaker Notes:

2018 was a dream growing season and harvest for Napa Valley. An abundance of rain in February was followed by continuous days of sunshine and mild temperatures that made for uniform vines and even cluster growth. With no major heat spikes to contend with, there was no need to rush through harvest. Cooler temperatures allowed us to pick when we wanted, without stress and under optimal conditions. The gift from Mother Nature translated to wines that not only have great concentration but also an amazing freshness.