2019 Signature

Paso Robles

Varietal - Red Blends Limited Estate Collection

Signature is Winemaker Kevin Willenborg’s hallmark blend of the vintage that is unconstrained by convention–in other words the “signature” wine of the vintage. This year’s blend is made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah–three varieties that frequently find an exceptional balance in our region. All are known for their intense color, generous amount of flavor and rich tannins that will continue to develop with proper aging—but each brings unique elements to the final blend.

About

42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Petit Verdot, 20% Petite Sirah

The base component, Cabernet Sauvignon, provides distinctive fruit flavors and rich, juicy mouth-filling tannins to this nicely balanced Paso blend. The Petit Verdot brings age-worthy structure, concentrated color, blue fruits, and violet tones. The “icing on the cake” as Kevin refers to it, is the Petite Sirah—it adds fine layers of rich creamy tannins along with depth of color. The grand result is a distinctive age-worthy wine that rewards those who wait, yet one of perfect balance that allows it to be enjoyed during its journey.

Wine Specs

Appellation Paso Robles
Aging 20 months in French oak barrels

Fact Sheet

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Black raspberries and violets with hints of juniper berry, graphite and mocha
Taste: Full-bodied with red and dark fruits, chalky layered age-worthy tannins that linger into a rich full finish