2005 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 93% Grenache, 7% Syrah
Drinking Window Wine Advocate, August 2011: approachable then and expected to last an additional 10–15 years.
Region California
Sites Nearly all from Eleven Confessions Vineyard
Production Details The Wine Advocate's June 2008 description reports about 50% whole clusters and approximately 40% new oak; at that time, the wine was scheduled to be bottled after two years in wood.
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate, August 2011: kirsch, licorice, charcoal, floral and darker-fruit aromas, with white chocolate, forest-floor notes and a textured, long finish.
Critics Ratings 97
Producer Information
Website
Address
PO Box 1048, Oak View, CA 93022, USA
Phone
+1 805-649-8901
Email
Owner
Elaine &
Manfred Krankl
Manfred Krankl
Cellarmaster
Manfred Krankl