TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
Profile #1 Classic Collectible Style |
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Appearance | Medium-dark ruby color | ||
Aroma | White cherry, pomegranite and spearmint aromas graced by vanilla. May be closed in youth and require time to develop. | ||
Flavor | Deep, fine tannins, bright red fruit. | ||
Balance | Very energetic with both intense minerality and ample acidity. | ||
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
Oenological | Classic Bordelais techniques. | ||
Viticultural | Organic practices. | ||
Terroir | Decomposed granite, altitude 1800 - 2400 feet. |