| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Collectible Style |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Medium-dark ruby to garnet. | ||
| Aroma | Deep blackberry aromas may be closed in youth. | ||
| Flavor | Hard tannins, great acidity. | ||
| Balance | Substantial alcohol. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Oenological | Standard vinification techniques. | ||
| Viticultural | Organic practices. | ||
| Terroir | Decomposed granite, red rocky clays, altitude 1800 - 2400 feet. | ||