This Rhône-styled blend leads with Mourvedre sourced from century-old vines near Oakley in Contra Costa County, which is located in the northernmost reaches of the Central Coast AVA. They are “own-rooted” in delta sand, and the fruit from them is responsible for the black cherry and leathery notes in this wine. Cassis, blueberry and raspberry join in and get a rich creamy oak treatment, all working together to make a great pairing for pork tenderloin. Contains 34% Mourvedre, 20% Carignane, 20% Petite Sirah, 13% Grenache and 13% Alicante Bouschet.
Carol Shelton, Central Coast (California) 2020
By Rich Cook