"Black current, anise, cedar and cigar box aromas arise to flavors of ripe plum leading to zesty dried blackberry, cracked pepper and licorice with tight focus and lingering ripe tannins."

In the Vineyard:
Year Planted: 1996
Varietal: Merlot
Clone: French
Sub Appellation: Oak Knoll District
Vineyard: Crane (3.5 acres)
Harvest Date: October 8, 2012

In the Cellar:
Bottling: 110 cases produced
Barrel Aging: 20 months in 100% French oak: 75% new, 25% neutral