2021 RESERVE DURIF
93 POINTS - Wine Enthusiast
"This wine is lush, concentrated, with aromas of olallieberry, blackberry, coffee, violet, and chocolate on the nose. The flavors on the palate are boysenberry, lingonberry, black licorice, figs, dried herbs, and a spicy long finish. Pair with BBQ." — Tonya Pitts
TASTING NOTES
This wine opens with an enticing bouquet that fills the senses with complex aromas of dark berries, weaving together notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, and hints of blueberry. Ripe, round, and utterly indulgent, juicy blackberry flavors dance across the taste buds, leaving a lingering impression of opulence and sophistication. The full-bodied nature of this wine is accompanied by robust tannins, adding structure and depth to each sip. A seamless elegance carries through from start to finish.
Whether savored now or carefully cellared for future enjoyment, this wine promises a journey of unparalleled pleasure and discovery for the discerning connoisseur.
After small-lot fermentation, our 2021 Reserve Durif was aged in new French oak for 16 months. Our Durif is planted on the steepest hillside in our Coble Ranch Vineyard, increasing the flavor concentration in the grapes. This creates a bold flavor profile due to the increased skin to juice ratio which intensifies the tannin structure and color in the finished wine. Only 100 cases produced.