Winemaker Notes
This cuvée's Syrah and Grenache hang on the vine especially long, imbuing the wine with concentration and vibrant power. Raspberry and blackcurrant take the lead, with notes of violet, prune, cocoa, and cinnamon on the multifaceted palate. The Syrah/Grenache is harvested late at an optimal ripeness. This cuvee is very concentrated and powerful with notes of raspberry, blackcurrant, violet, prune, cocoa and cinnamon.
With bold fruit flavors and accents of sweet spice, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the base of the classic Rhône Red Blend, while Carignan, Cinsault and Counoise often come in to play. Though they originated from France’s southern Rhône Valley, with some creative interpretation, Rhône blends have also become popular in other countries. Somm Secret—Putting their own local spin on the Rhône Red Blend, those from Priorat often include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In California, it is not uncommon to see Petite Sirah make an appearance.
Stretching across the slopes of the Ventoux mountain in the southeastern region of the Rhône River Valley, Cotes du Ventoux excels in the production of spicy and characterful red blends based on Grenache, Syrah, and other indigenous varieties. The region also produces rich and aromatic whites and rosés.