While our barrel-fermented style is a departure from classic Roero-grown, Italian made Arneis, there are plenty of varietal hallmarks grown into this fruit. Amateurs and ardent admirers of Arneis alike will note aromas and flavors of nutmeg, honeycomb, ripe pear, toasted almonds, and nutmeg. The creamy soft texture can be attributed to our sur lie style barrel aging.

Blueberry, cool mint, and verbena spiritedly play with one another on the nose and the palate. The rich, deep fruit  entry and herbaceous mid-palate are complemented by barrel spice and caramel with a smooth and supple finish.

Aromas of wild fruits such as cherry and fresh strawberry are backed by hints of nutmeg and violet. Fresh, bright, and tart, Cinsault’s refreshing acidity lingers on the palate and lends itself to (lightly chilled) to summer sunsets on the back porch.

Smaller berries this vintage resulted in a more darkly colored wine with concentrated aromas/flavors. Aromas of cola and earthy agave drift alongside notes of peppery spice. Wild berries, smoked agave, and rose petals fit neatly into a plush, rounded framework, full mid-palate, and focused finish.

Brilliant aromas of raspberry, black tea and rose petals/perfume are accompanied by the classic earthy nuances often expressed by Pinot noir. Forward flavors of ripe cherry, vanilla bean, and English Breakfast tea show the depth and development that typify the 2016 vintage. The round creamy texture with its full mid-palate and juicy, long finish make this wine easy to drink, with or without food.

Deeply scented aromas of wild mountain huckleberries and chocolate are framed with meaty nuances and hints of eucalyptus. Gushing flavors of blueberry, boysenberry, and huckleberry dominate with hints of char and sweet spice, while the silky soft entry and bright mid-palate balloon to a weighty full finish.