Ventana’s Rhone-style blend is a success yet again. Cool climate shines out of this lovely glass, with vibrant red fruit, pepper, soft spice, and vanilla and a hint of tar that brightens the fruit. Racy acidity, full integration and a long, blossoming finish round things out. Well done! A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
Ventana, Arroyo Seco (California) 2014
By Rich Cook