2014 | Clos de la Tech Valeta Sunny Slope | Santa Cruz Simple Grape Moderate acidity hits the palate

Moderate acidity hits the palate that mingles with a medium body before a bone-dry finish takes over with lasting notes of chamomile

and sophistication in every sip

exotic (I wouldn't be surprised if there was some carbonic maceration here) style that already offers pleasure

6% Graciano and 2% Garnacha from 30+-year-old vines mostly around Haro that are selected because they deliver black rather than red fruit

A Mourvèdre-led expression of Beaucastel - it contains more than usual

2014 | Clos de la Tech Valeta Sunny Slope | Santa Cruz Simple Grape Moderate acidity hits the palateSharp aromas of stewed black plum, cocoa dust, wild mint and baked soil show on the nose of this bottling from a vineyard 2,350 feet above the ocean. The tannins are firm and tight, carrying the black cherry, earth and mint chocolate flavors into the finish. Drink 20222039. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast