Impressive wine in the vintage. Giving up pretty blue fruits, smoked earth, dried herb, and leather notes, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, solid tannins, and a great finish.
This wine offers a delightful sensory journey, revealing the region's prowess in producing wines of both power and finesse. Its captivating aroma, characterized by ripe fruit, floral nuances, and spice accents, precedes a palate of rich flavors and supple tannins, culminating in a satisfying, lingering finish.
Aged in 50% new oak. Its deep ruby/plum hue gives way to a great nose of crème de cassis, smoky tobacco, cigar, sage brush, and incense. Perfumed, medium to full-bodied, complex, and nuanced.
A light ruby hue followed by bright aromatics of dried strawberries, orange peel, savory herbs, flowery incense, and hints of leather. Medium-bodied, good acid and length, and wonderfully textured.
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 2021 Zurita is a bold yet elegantly structured red blend from Paso Robles, combining 66% Zinfandel and 34% Petite Sirah. This wine captures the essence of the region's sun-drenched vineyards, offering a rich tapestry of dark fruit, spice, and depth.
2022 Admiration – Where elegance meets intensity. This Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon blend layers dark fruit, spice, and structure in a wine that’s both powerful and poised.
