This is a ripe, concentrated wine that is framed by both acidity and tannins. The nose is brooding and slightly torrified, but also has loads of Bing cherry, rose petal, nutmeg, and tarragon aromas. The palate starts with sweet, crunchy red fruit, but then refined, velvety tannins take over and persist long into the finish. An underlying acidity keeps the wine fresh and food friendly.
Read MoreThis classic Linden Claret is medium bodied, restrained, sinuous, harmonious and quaffable. The nose is very complex with foraged red and black raspberries, fresh summertime herbs and Earl Grey tea leaves. It is more reminiscent of Burgundy than Bordeaux due to its subtle femininity, refreshing acidity, and subtle tannin structure.
Read MoreThis is a ripe and structured Hardscrabble Red reflecting decades of vineyard replanting and harvest timing experience. The nose is classic Hardscrabble with crunchy red fruit, forest floor, dusty clay and espresso bean. The palate is dense, concentrated and sinewy with a long, powdery tannin grip.
Read MoreThis is a classically rustic Petit Verdot with loads of spice, dark fruits, and tannins. When young, the wine is very jammy. With a few years age of age the wine will tone down a bit and take on more complexity and nuance.
Read MoreDry, ripe, lush, weighty, finishes long and persistent with moderate acidity and some tannin.
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