FROM THE WINEMAKER       

"Deep purple in color, this wine opens with captivating aromas of fruit, leather and warm, red earth layered with graphite and delicate violet notes. The palate reveals luscious blackberry jam framed by vanilla and nuanced spice, echoing the expressive aromatics. Silky, very soft tannins create a seamless mouthfeel, carrying the wine through a juicy, irresistibly satisfying finish that invites another sip."

-Stephanie Pope, Senior Winemaker

VINTAGE NOTES

Vintage 2022 began with a warm spring and little rain. By the time fall was kicking off a heat wave came, through around Labor Day weekend, then shifted back to temperate conditions. This resulted in lower yields with small berries that were packed with intensely lush flavor. Early ripening, sunny summer heat, and a lack of water were balanced out by a very welcomed cool ending to the fall season. The extreme fall weather created interesting conditions for our fruit to steady and allowed us to harvest at the optimal moment to make a beautifully balanced wine. Vintage 2022 will continue to be celebrated for its dense fruit, bold structure, and unforgettable complexity.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS

Grilled Mission figs with Point Reyes Blue Cheese and balsamic syrup; braised or grilled lamb; eggplant and root vegetables like beets or celery root; Cypress Grove Lamb Chopper cheese, aged gouda or medium cheddar; chocolate dipped boysenberries.