Minimum 3.5 years. The wine is aged for 18 months in medium toasted new French barriques, with a further refinement in the bottle for a minimum of 24 months.
Grape bunches are selectively harvested by hand during the last two weeks of October. After destemming and pressing, the grapes macerate and ferment for 20 days at 75˚F.
Delicate, Elegant, Fruit Forward, Full Bodied
Complex scents with notes of blackberry, plum, and sour cherry, along with sweet spices and a hint of toast.
Full bodied with elegant tannins and mineral notes; lingering finish with delicate taste of ripe cherries, dark fruit, and licorice.