Dragon's Tooth 2019
Bold, dark fruit aromas of blackberry, plum, and boysenberry are complemented by notes of clove, nutmeg, and cedar. Generous on the palate, the lively acidity and youthful tannins add depth and energy, leading to a long, concentrated finish.
The dormant season was wet with much more rain than usual before the skies cleared in April, just in time for budbreak. The weather in May was surprisingly cool and rainy again, slowing down the vine growth and serving as a harbinger of the roller-coaster growing season that followed. The summer months alternated between warmer and cooler than average but, thankfully, the daily high temperatures rarely exceeded 100F. September was warm and sunny, providing the perfect finish and all the grapes were in by mid-October.
Winery Chef Chris Kennedy suggests pairing Dragon‘s Tooth with our Four Cheese Ravioli with Smoked Ham and Greens. The smoky flavor of the ham highlights the dark fruit notes of the wine and the greens complement its peppery notes while the complex richness of the cheese cuts nicely through the tannins on the finish.
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GOLD International Wine Challenge 2022
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Connoisseurs Guide to California Wine, August 2022
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Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition 2022
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Sunset International Wine Competition 2022
