Palate
This light/medium-bodied red exhibits enticing aromas of
fresh-cut Irises, raspberry preserves, and delicate hints of
amaretto cherries, with flavors of black currants, bramble
fruit, and a subtle earthiness on the finish.
Growing Conditions
The 2021 growing season was one we’d like to see every
year if only that were possible. It was an excellent growing
season, with a mild but sunny spring and plenty of sun and
rain throughout the summer. Cooler weather settled in early
September, but we still had plenty of sun to continue the
ripening. As a result, we harvested fruit for the sparkling
wines earlier this year than any previous season. We didn’t
get as much rain as we often do in the fall, so disease
pressure remained low. October gave us plenty of sunshine,
balanced with an adequate amount of rain to keep the vines
healthy, which further helped in developing optimal ripeness.
Harvest
Vineyard Source: 57% Leelanau
Peninsula, 43% Old
Mission Peninsula
Food Pairing
This is a versatile red wine and an excellent addition to many
meals. Our recommendations include grilled meats such as
pork or lamb, hanger steak with chimichurri, grilled salmon
with Dijon glaze, or Cajun shrimp and grits.
