Nose
Notes of ripe blackberry, hints of strawberry with subtle spice and mocha undertones
Overall this petite pearls nose is balanced, inviting, and promises an enjoyable tasting experience
Palate
Medium bodied that presents a balanced mouthfeel. This wines well rounded mid palate tannins contribute to its structure and the finish lingers with a satisfying and harmonious taste
Harvest
A quick harvest of select clusters
Bottling
Bottled a limited quantity
Winemaking
After a 30hour cold soak we macerated for 18 days before gently pressing to small neutral oak barrels
Aging
We aged this in neutral barrels and introduced French oak staves for 33 days to round out the complexities
Appearance
Deep intense color with brilliant clarity and youthful vibrancy. The long slow moving legs revel its viscosity
Food Pairing
Try Saucy ribs, rack of lamb with mint jelly or smoked duck. Aged Gouda, or sautéed mushrooms with polenta also resonate with the bold character of Petite Pearl