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