A full bodied red with fresh blueberry flavors and a hint of vanilla and spice on the finish. The addition of Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure to the wine and helps smooth out the aggressive tannins of the Syrah.

Blend: 89% Syrah, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon
Production: 4714 cases

This was a warmer season than normal on average which accelerated the early fruit ripening. A cool August allowed the grapes to hang on the vine well into September which produced incredible quality. Harvest began September 6 and lasted all the way to November 2.

After a one-day cold soak, the tank was bled to concentrate flavors. We pressed off at 3 degrees Brix after an eight-day fermentation to allow brighter, cleaner fruit expression and avoid heavy tannins. After two aerative rackings the wine went down to barrel in October and blended in May the following year. 20% of the barrels were new French oak coopered in Spain; the remaining barrels were older adding richness to the mouthfeel without masking the fruit flavors of the wine.