| TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
| Profile #1 Bright, Energetic Style |
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| Appearance | Medium red. | ||
| Aroma | Intense strawberry, violets, soy and fresh leather. | ||
| Flavor | Very fine tannins, intense strawberry, plum, bramble, cinnamon and dried cranberry. | ||
| Balance | Racy acidity and a briny aftertaste. | ||
| PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS | |||
| Terroir | Plateau at 2500 feet, high latitude affords long, cool, sunny days and long growing season. | ||