Tasting note
Bright, intense ruby red in colour with ripe berry fruits and well integrated woody aromas, the palate is balanced and the tannins supple, with a long, full finish.
Vinification
Harvested, crushed early Oct. 7/8-day maceration, controlled temp, horizontal vats. Malolactic and fining in new French oak barriques, 20/22 months. Racked for clarity. 3 months stainless steel before unfined, unfiltered bottling. Released after 12 months in bottle
Food Match
Consume with hearty dishes - particularly those that are very rich, where this wines strong structure and good acidity will help to keep the palate lifted. Game or rare beef with blue cheese would be ideal.