The 2023 growing season was slow and steady, following a cool, wet winter that delayed budbreak and extended the ripening period. Mild summer temperatures and minimal heat spikes allowed for excellent flavor development and balanced acidity. Harvest came later than usual, yielding generous volumes of fruit that show remarkable freshness, purity, and finesse.
This vintage leaps from the glass with vibrant aromas of wild berries and black cherry. The palate reveals layers of ripe blackberry and cocoa, wrapped in notes of vanilla, spice, and a whisper of licorice. Lush and balanced, it carries through to a long, supple finish with polished tannins and lingering warmth all in perfect harmony.