Release price: $42.00
Case production: 105 cases
Winemaker: Russell Bevan
AVA: Bennett Valley
Vineyard: Estate vineyard
Varietal composition: 100% Syrah
Clone: Alban 1
Harvest date: October 18, 2008
Alcohol: 16.5%
Barrel aging: 22 months in 100% new French oak
Cooperage: Remond, Gamba, Francois Freres
Winemaker's tasting note:
Initially, there are notes of blackberry and raspberry on the nose, with hints of white pepper and bacon fat. On the palate, there are dark fruits, roasted meats and a hint of anise on the finish. The textures are round and seductive with amazing verve. ~ Russell Bevan, Winemaker