Evangelho Vineyard Carignan 2018

Cruse Wine Company Vintage 2018 Bottle Sizes 750ml Country United States Region California Appellation Contra Costa Wine Type Red - Still Varietals Carignan Farming Organic practicing Vineyard Evangelho Vineyard, a field blend of Zinfandel, Carignan, Mourvèdre, and other vines, was planted in the 1890s and sits near the mouth of the Sacramento River Delta. Soil Deep banks of beach sand. Vinification Whole cluster fermented, light food treading, fermented on the skins for 20 days. The wine was pressed and combined with the free run juice. Production 140 cases. Notes “Spicy, lifted fruit exhibiting the classic old vine, Evangelho character of strawberry jam. The palate continues with tart, tangy, earthy fruit and a peppery spicy finish with just a hint of tannins” Michael Cruse Back to Current Releases