Winemaker Notes
As a tribute and honor to the grand crus of Bordeaux, the very special "Peak Series" was created by Anthony Terlato, a leader in the industry and devotee of Bordeaux. Each of the series follows the traditions and methods of different regions of Bordeaux. The first in the series, Angels' Peak is in the style of Pomerol, which is known for its fruit forward wines dominated by the Merlot grape. This wine is a rich, lush tribute to Pomerol.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
For maximum enjoyment, drink this almost all-Merlot blend now. It shows ripe, lush black-cherry, red currant, plum and bacon flavors that finish spicy and sweet tasting. The tannins are thick but smooth.
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Wine Spectator
Soft and fleshy on entry, showcasing fine depth, focus, purity and a range of flavors, with crushed rock, red berry, spice and mineral notes that turn elegant and silky on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 852 cases made.
Undoubtedly proving its merit over and over, Napa Valley is a now a leading force in the world of prestigious red wine regions. Though Cabernet Sauvignon dominates Napa Valley, other red varieties certainly thrive here. Important but often overlooked include Merlot and other Bordeaux varieties well-regarded on their own as well as for their blending capacities. Very old vine Zinfandel represents an important historical stronghold for the region and Pinot noir is produced in the cooler southern parts, close to the San Pablo Bay.
Perfectly situated running north to south, the valley acts as a corridor, pulling cool, moist air up from the San Pablo Bay in the evenings during the hot days of the growing season, which leads to even and slow grape ripening. Furthermore the valley claims over 100 soil variations including layers of volcanic, gravel, sand and silt—a combination excellent for world-class red wine production.