The 2003 vintage has the traditional deep purple color and an aroma of dense, highly concentraged ripe boysenberries. Aging in barrels toasted over a hickory fire adds a unique smoky mocha dimension to the bouquet. On the palate, flavors of blackberry and plum mingle with a bit of black pepper spice. The texture is round and sof and the tannins are well-integrated and provide a rich texture without adding astringency. Like the 2002 wine, the lower pH of the 2003 vintage adds succulence to the wine and will facilitate aging and reward the patient with additional complexities.
Other wines in the category All Wines / Other Current Releases:
2007 "R" Pinot Noir
2007 "Z" Zinfandel
2007 "R" Carignane
2007 "R" Primitivo
2006 "R" Nostro Vino Zinfandel
2006 "R" Cabernet Sauvignon, Colina Poca
2006 "R" Syrah