Winemaker Notes
CDP (Côtes de Paso) is Halter Ranch's Rhône-style blend that is a combination of four varietals from their estate vineyard. Grenache provides a bright fruit-forward entry, Mourvèdre adds spice notes, while Syrah brings some weight to the mid-palate, and Tannat ties everything together with color, tannin, and acidity. Loaded with aromas of dried strawberry, cinnamon sticks, and potpourri, this delicious wine has an elegant palate that leads to a long smooth finish.
This versatile wine pairs with hearty salads, duck, quail, and pork dishes.
Blend: 62% Grenache, 17% Mourvedre, 11% Syrah, 10% Tannat
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.
