2021 CDP

The 2021 CDP offers aromas of blueberry, raspberry, and strawberry compote framed by dried rose petals.

Blend: 65% Grenache, 16% Tannat, 14% Mourvèdre, 5% Syrah

Aging Recommendation: Drink now through 2050.

Alcohol: 14.6% | pH: 3.67

Harvest Date: Grenache – Block 66: 9/22/21 Grenache – Block 41: 9/26/21 Tannat – Block 19: 10/17/21 Mourvèdre – Block 4: 10/19/21 Syrah – Block 23: 9/26/21

Fermentation: Multiple tanks were co-fermented with various proportions of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Tannat. The grapes were destemmed and fermented in closed top fermentors, with open pump-overs two to three times daily for an average of 10 days.

Aging: 92% of the wine was aged in neutral French Oak barrels, 8% was aged in Concrete Hippos.

Pairing Suggestions: Pair with charcuterie, Italian cuisine, lamb, and pork.