2004 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 16.5%
Grape Varieties 88% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 2% Viognier
Region Sta. Rita Hills
Estate Grown Yes
Sites Eleven Confessions Vineyard
Grape Clone Grenache component: Alban Clone
Production Details Fifty percent whole clusters were used, and production was 248 cases. A separate December 2010 Vinous note reproduced by Flickinger lists 12% Syrah and 4% Viognier, with the Grenache percentage unstated; this conflicts with the 10% Syrah and 2% Viognier finished blend reported by International Wine Cellar and Wine Advocate.
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate: crème de cassis, melted licorice, graphite, smoked herbs and meaty nuances; full-bodied, seamless and elegant.
Critics Ratings 100
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