A standout representation of Central California winemaking, expertly combining 50 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Syrah to create a wine that is both elegant and approachable. Its deep ruby red appearance hints at the complexity within, while the vibrant aroma offers a tantalizing preview of the rich flavors to come.
Startling flavors of raspberries and strawberries and a juicy mid-palate that ends on tingly, sometimes herbal-citrus finish, with a light blend of bold, black fruit and meaty black pepper flavors.
The 2020 Bateleur reveals a deeper ruby/plum color to go with rock-solid aromatics of black raspberries, blackberries, ground pepper, and leafy herbs. These carry to medium to full-bodied, brilliantly balanced, layered blend revealing a kiss of metallic tannins, good mid-palate depth, and outstanding length. Aged in neutral oak.
The wine unveils a symphony of flavors that reflect the varietal composition. The Grenache contributes a bright and approachable entry, delivering an explosion of raspberry and cranberry, with a hint of baking spices.
A nose of red and black fruits with a deep cherry skin flavor, leather, dried herbs and black olives and a mild hint of chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied, revealing plenty of mid-palate expression before showing some very mild metallic notes on the finish. Very approachable today yet will benefit even more from a year in bottle. Keep for 7-8+ years.
Nose of red and black fruits, leather, and dried herbs, and it's medium to full-bodied, revealing plenty of mid-palate flesh before showing some ashy and metallic notes on the finish.