The wine was aged for 17 months entirely in 2-4 year old French oak barrels.
Fresh cherry and plum aromas, dense layers of rich flavor, and a long fruit finish.
The “Alban” clone Grenache grown at Roblar Estate Vineyard’s ideal combination of light rocky soil and moderate climate, makes a wine of exceptionally deep color and rich structure. A small amount of Syrah was added to further accentuate the lush fruit character of this wine.
The color is a deep ruby and the aromas is bright cherry, Santa Rosa plum, notes of vanilla. The palate is concentrated flavors of cherry and plum, rich fruit finish.
Pairs with barbecue baby back ribs, Manchego cheese, baked ham and roast duck with cherry sauce.