2006 MALBEC, OUR FIRST EVER RELEASE

Berry fruit and tannins are plentiful in this Malbec - our first release of this varietal bottling - with characteristic notes of plum and tobacco followed by a slight rustic earthiness on the finish. Aged in French oak for 21 months before bottling, Malbec will benefit from a few years in the cellar, which will allow its tannins to soften. This is a versatile food wine with a distinctive acid structure that matches up nicely with rare red meat, Indian and Italian cuisine (tomato-based sauces).

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100% Napa Valley AVA
87% Malbec
10% Merlot
3% Cabernet Franc

Only 241 cases made

Release November 15, 2008

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