Grapes from Pear Valley Vineyards, Paso Robles. Aged 2 years in neutral oak and 2 years 50% French Oak. Rich and velvet black/blue fruit, complex with big deep tannin structure. Fruit notes of plum, plum, red cherry, and fig with notes of red and black pepper, cacao, mushroom, limestone minerality. Goes well with rich and savory meats, grilled steak, lamb, roasted pork, or braised barbecue ribs. Pairs with Jeff Burak, Next Time