2022 Deep Sea Durif, Santa Ynez Valley

2022 Deep Sea Durif, Santa Barbara County: Hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, with grapes picked at Brix 22.2 from the renowned Los Alamos Vineyard, our first-ever 100% Durif was fermented in 1.25-ton open-top fermenters with gentle hand punch-downs which preserves the integrity of the fruit while extracting depth and complexity. Aged for 19 months in 100% neutral French Oak barrels. LIMITED PRODUCTION: 263 Cases Produced.

Smells Like: Spiced Plum, Blackberries, Cocoa. Tastes Like: Ripe blackberries, mulberries, and subtle hints of dark chocolate.

The Durif grape, also known as Petite Sirah, was originally created by Dr. François Durif in the 1800's. A French botanist, Francois Durif crossed the French grape Peloursin with Syrah. His intention was to produce a variety of grapes that would be resistant to powdery mildew. The resulting grape came to be known as Petite Sirah, and continues to be grown and celebrated in many regions throughout the world under both names.