Tasting Notes
“Block X provides the perfect climate conditions to reach our desired wine style. We sorted the fruit thirty-percent whole cluster with some stem inclusion. Native fermentation took place over roughly 16 days and then pressed into barrels, which are 30% new French oak. The wine is deep purple, an inky and opaque color. The nose has expressive white pepper with earthy notes, caramelized bacon, and black pepper on the palate. It’s textural with great acidity, lingering exotic spices, softer classic Syrah tannins, and a long finish. The wine is already enjoyable and will age for 20+ years.”
96 Points & Cellar Selection from Wine Enthusiast – “Fresh, bright and clean aromas of purple fruit and flower are layered in a wet clay minerality on the nose of this bottling from an iconic vineyard. The palate is very firm, loaded with acidity and quite spicy, offering white pepper, restrained acai and a hint of violet. Expect the savory elements to arise over time. Drink now-2041.”
