Almost all the rain came in November and December 2012. Practically not rain in January until March. An unusual warm winter gave the vines an early start. Flowering occurred under a near-perfect conditions which led to excellent fruit set. A flawless growing season, with moderate temperature provided an optimal weather for development of great flavors and great ripeness. Harvest started on the early side with ideal conditions.

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The engaging, perfume nose evokes fragrance of tiny huckleberry and ripe wild dark berry weaved with baking spices and tobacco leaf. Delicious flavors show ample juicy fruit character unfolding on the mid-palate with a mix of blackberry, wild berry, coulis of tiny berries and sage. The velvety tannins are enrobing an intense center of freshness, great acidity and big structure. The long finish persists with note of dark chocolate and minerality. The wine can be enjoyed now and for decades to come.

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