92 Points, Double Gold- American Fine Wine Competition
VINEYARD
Located in beautiful Glen Ellen, California, this area is known for its outstanding growing soils and climate. Cassata Vineyard rests along these gentle rolling hills. The entire property is managed bio-sustainably so that future generations can enjoy a pure and simple refuge in this isolated valley.
VINTAGE
After a whole berry crush, they cold soaked the fruit for three days, and then put it through 22 days of fermentation. 90% Zinfandel and 10% Petite Sirah
Appellation: Sonoma Valley
Vineyard: Cassata Vineyard
Blend: 90% Zinfandel, 10% Petite Sirah
Harvested: September 30, 2015
Bottled: June 18, 2019
Winemaker: Michael Muscardini
Alcohol: 15.4%
Cases Produced: 272
92 Points
Aromas of blackberry, dried fig, black cherry, blackberry coulis, toasted vanilla, and a hint of cigar box. The palate offers rich and velvety tannins, dark chocolate-covered cherries, black plum, mixed berry pie and toasted walnut. Long and expressive with loads of flavor.
91 Points
Layers of strawberry, baked cherry pie, anise, cherry lollipop, wild game, and spicebox. On the palate, black cherry jam couples with crème de cassis, mixed berry crisp, rhubarb, and a touch of vanilla.
New Release
A ferociously fun Napa Valley blend with depth, balance and big flavor. Aromas of red currant, fresh strawberries, black plum, vanilla, and notes of cocoa on the nose. The palate is bursting with fruit ranging from cherries, mixed berry compote, toasted hazelnut and more. This wine has great texture that ultimately finishes with round, silky smooth tannins.
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