SANTA CRUZ MT, CALIFORNIA

A note from the winemaker: Opaque, saturated ruby in color. Aromas of cassis, fennel, cola, clove-nutmeg spice, toasted oak, wet crushed stone, black tea, and sweet dry chaparral. Palate of ripe cassis, blackberry, and mountain bramble. Lively acid and polished velvety tannins with a smooth, full body and long finish showing limestone mineral and forest floor. EB (4/20)

Food Pairings: Rich meals, such as steaks, pork, or beef stroganoff.