TANNAT 2019

August 2023 Red Wine of the Month
After an aging of 24 months in American oak barrels, this vintage 2019 Tannat developed a rich structure and outstanding flavors. Tannat is a French variety that has made quite an impression in the Americas, notably Uruguay, Argentina, and the United States. Enjoy this complex and full-bodied Tannat produced with grapes grown in Clarksburg, California!

Blend: 96% Tannat, 4% Petite Sirah
Grower/Vineyard: Clarksburg, CA

Winemaker’s Tasting Notes
Color: garnet
Aroma: black currant, raisins, cedar, vanilla, firewood smoke, herbs
Palate: prunes, cassis, licorice, cardamom, roasted coffee beans, dark chocolate
Body: full
Finish: ripe fruit, complex, round tannins
Foods: charcoal grilled steak & mushrooms, roasted sausages, smoked chicken
Cheeses: Roquefort, Gorgonzola