2021 Stephanie Proprietary Red Wine

Growing Season 2021
The 2021 vintage will be remembered for low yields with intensely-flavored, small-sized berries and a smooth and uneventful harvest season. The season started off with very little rain, leading to the 2nd year of drought conditions in Napa Valley, Harvest began early with white wine grapes picked on July 30th and red wine grapes beginning on August 31. While concerning in the long term, the drought of 2021 resulted in a more natural load on the vines, requiring less pruning and dropping of fruit. The resulting grapes are packed full of flavor.

Tasting Notes:
The 2021 Stephanie Proprietary Red Wine offers intense aromas of violet, blackberry, and dark plum layered with hints of graphite, espresso, and spice.
On the palate, it delivers concentrated black fruit and blueberry compote framed by firm, structured tannins and a touch of toasted oak. A thread of vibrant acidity carries through the rich mid-palate, leading to a long, powerful finish that reveals notes of cocoa and lavender.