A rich opaque wine with dark fruit flavors with a spicy oak finish that comes from the extended 48 months of aging in French Oak Barrels. The long fermentation brings out the richest of flavors and an elegant result of allspice buildup on the palate.
Ripe red and black fruits, peppery herbs, tobacco, chocolate, and silky minerality all emerge from the 2020 Turaco. A rich, medium- to full-bodied, fine grain tannins create a seamless transition from front to back palate. This Syrah is nicely concentrated and multi-textured that has tons to love. Very approachable today yet will benefit even more from a year in bottle. Keep for 7-8+ years.
The 2020 Bateleur reveals a deeper ruby/plum color to go with rock-solid aromatics of black raspberries, blackberries, ground pepper, and leafy herbs. These carry to medium to full-bodied, brilliantly balanced, layered blend revealing a kiss of metallic tannins, good mid-palate depth, and outstanding length. Aged in neutral oak.
The wine unveils a symphony of flavors that reflect the varietal composition. The Grenache contributes a bright and approachable entry, delivering an explosion of raspberry and cranberry, with a hint of baking spices.
A nose of red and black fruits with a deep cherry skin flavor, leather, dried herbs and black olives and a mild hint of chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied, revealing plenty of mid-palate expression before showing some very mild metallic notes on the finish. Very approachable today yet will benefit even more from a year in bottle. Keep for 7-8+ years.
Flirtation 2021's 100% Malbec from Paso Robles offers a delightful sensory journey, revealing the region's prowess in producing wines of both power and finesse. Its captivating aroma, characterized by ripe fruit, floral nuances, and spice accents, precedes a palate of rich flavors and supple tannins, culminating in a satisfying, lingering finish.
Aged in 50% new oak. Its deep ruby/plum hue gives way to a great nose of crème de cassis, smoky tobacco, cigar, sage brush, and incense. Perfumed, medium to full-bodied, complex, and nuanced.
37% Syrah, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Petit Verdot
Ripe red and black plums, sweet spice, sage, and lead pencil notes all emerge from the 2021 Pig, another ripe, medium to full-bodied, singular wine in the lineup that has so much to love. With ripe tannins, a round, layered mouthfeel, and a great finish, it's going to shine for 8-10 years as well.
A standout representation of Central California winemaking, expertly combining 50 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Syrah to create a wine that is both elegant and approachable. Its deep ruby red appearance hints at the complexity within, while the vibrant aroma offers a tantalizing preview of the rich flavors to come.
