Ancient vines form 1887 planted traditionally to 14 different varietals from old neighbors’ cuttings are scattered ten feet apart at Peugh. Dry farmed Zinfandel, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouschet, Carignan, Mourvedre, Negrette, Malvasia Nera, Barbera, a handful of unknown white vines maybe Palomino or a mutation of Gewurtztraminer, as well as others that we don’t know make up the blend of head trained vines. This broad mixing of vines that was done for decades in early California wine grape plantings adds nuance and detail to the finished wine as well as a structural verve that balances the inherent texture and distinct depth of fruit flavors. Planted in 1887 in the heart of the Russian River Valley. Grown on silty Huichica Soil, that is similar to Gold Ridge. Head trained, dry farmed and organically grown. The complexity of vines at their age and old Massale selection help to create the wine’s individual character.

Vivid dark red color. Effusive aromatic intensity with a perfume that translates to the palate in notes of red cherry liqueur, black plum, sage, violet and peach blossom that both lift from the glass and linger on the finish. This wine is satin textured in the mouth with fine, integrated tannins. For all the plushness, the old mixed vines have maintained an incredibly bright acidity that both balances the wines texture and refreshes the palate. All neutral puncheons and barrels were used to age the wine, allowing the striking character of the site to take center stage.