2020 Estate Recon Red
57% Grenache, 22% Syrah Noir, 21% Mourvèdre
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Our Rhône style blend, Recon Red, is named in honor of Ed's service as a Marine radio operator with the Army's Force Recon during Vietnam.
This blend is comprised only of fruit grown on our estate and is: 57% Grenache, 22% Syrah Noir, 21% Mourvèdre
Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Appellation
San Diego County
Vineyard Designation
Hungry Hawk Vineyards
pH
3.47
Aging
18 months in neutral oak barrels
Bottling Date
April, 2022
Residual Sugar
nil
Alcohol %
14
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas of ripe red berries with subtle notes of green herbs and oak spice. Dry and full-bodied with a rich, somewhat viscous texture, flavors of red fruits and a long cherry kirsch finish.
Production Notes
70 cases
Winemaker Notes
Cofermented and aged in neutral oak barrels