Unique in the fact that this vineyard is in proximity to the coast, gets windy yet gets plenty of daytime heat. At 2400’ elevation, it’s definitely a mountain vineyard. Dry farmed.

Dark ruby. Aromatically earthy with the black fruit spectrum dominating, and a woodsy bramble-like nose.

A manly wine, wow! Ripe and juicy. Not for the faint of heart, although any appreciating woman with a lust for life and an appetite would surely enjoy it too! Maybe I just mean masculine vs feminine. Palate is chewy with a moderate tannin, stone fruit, blackberry and some briar notes. A mouthful.

How about an aged cheddar, or a buttered gorgonzola smothered steak?

Beware all ye who enter ….

Approachable and delicious.

Nikolai Stez, Winemaker

Harvested October 9, 2018

Bottled March 30, 2020

PH 3.60

TA 6.62g/1000ml

14.9% Alcohol

Gold Medal Winner, 91 PTS, 2021 American Fine Wine Competition, June 2021