Vineyard Notes:

This wine comes from a vineyard on the eastern edge of Dry Creek Valley. Planted in the early ’90s, this parcel experiences intense daytime summer heat, before it’s elevation allows it to rapidly cool down at night. A great deal of handwork is performed to achieve the proper ripeness at harvest. Clusters are thinned up to five times before harvest to allow the remaining fruit to fully ripen.

Vinification Notes:

Fruit for Belle Canyon was hand picked between September 8th and October 7th. After being crushed and destemmed, the Zinfandel was fermented in tank for 19 days before being pressed off the skins. The Syrah was fermented separately, being pressed off the skins during fermentation to preserve texture and soft tannins. The Belle Canyon wine was aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for 14 months, 20% being new oak.

Sensory Notes:

Compelling aromas of dark mocha and dried lavender. Tart, bright fruit and bing cherry flavors that lead into leather and baking spice. Beautiful structure that gives a lush yet vibrant finish.

Cellar Recommendation:

Enjoy now through 2023.