2018 Petit Verdot
Our elegant beast greets you with blackberry, forest floor, and plum aromas. Even though this is a wine that likes to announce itself loudly it's still delicate and floral. In the mouth, the fine chalky tannins complement the rich chocolate, plush fruit, and dried herbs. Pair this with whatever Mikayla says because she's smarter than all of us.
"This would be delicious with anything smoky or earthy some ideas...Grilled leeks and fennel with California olive oil, ricotta salata, and smoked brioche croutons. Sourdough grilled cheese with lamb bacon and oven-roasted tomatoes." - Mikayla
Wine Specifications
ABV
14.5%
Vintage
2018
Region
Santa Barbara County
Varietal
94% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vineyard notes
Always one of our favorite picks because of the perfect fruit that comes off the 1 acre block. In 2018 the vineyard was particularly happy, and benefitted from the slow even ripening through the cooler growing season.
Production notes
The fruit was hand harvested and destemmed for native yeast fermentation in a stainless steel tank. After three weeks on the skins, the wine was pressed to French oak (70% new) where it matured for 20 months in 60 gallon barrique and 132 gallon puncheon until bottling.
CASES: 70
