In this blend, the Zinfandel, Syrah, and Nero D’Avola give it ripe fruit, while Petite Sirah contribute body and structure, and the Cab Franc some spicy notes. It was aged in French oak barrels for 12 months to develop complexity.
Our High Valley Red Blend is a wine of an intense violet color, with sweet notes of caramel, vanilla, white chocolate and coconut, along with good ripe fruit such as plum and blackberry. The combination of these varieties makes it an elegant wine in the mouth, ready to be enjoyed in good company.
Jeronimo Da Valle, Director of Winemaking
About this wine
Vegan
Vintage Notes
2019 was a wet spring followed by a mild summer. It was ideal for long hang time and getting phenolic ripeness. Early season frost singed low areas but cooled off all northern locations and allowed for extended hang time of our Cabernet and Petite Sirah. Acids remained naturally higher this vintage and brix were slow to accumulate until they spiked at the end of the season. Power shutoffs made pressing and pumping grapes difficult. In the end we got all the fruit in and made some beautiful wines for the mild season.
Crafted with grapes sourced from the Round Mtn. vineyard, this wine is brimming with lush apricot, pear and orange blossom aromas. On the palate, crisp grapefruit flavors are enhanced by herbal, citrus notes of lemongrass and a hint of fresh pineapple.
Naturally structured with dark ripe fruit flavors and ample spice, our Zinfandel is bathed in sweet, toasted oak notes that lead to a smooth, mellow finish.
Our High Valley Cabernet Sauvignon starts with aromas of dried cherry, black pepper and cedar. The full-bodied flavors and textured finish are enhanced by notes of cherries, herbs, and toasted oak.
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