2017 Umino Vineyard Russian River Valley

The big boy in the lineup. An inky purple color introduces this impressive wine. Intense aromas of roasted grains, ripe summer blackberries, vanilla crème, and violets fill the bowl. Dense flavors of ripe cherries and blackberries are highlighted by hints of roasted coffee and chocolate. The finish possesses youthful, silky tannins that dance gracefully with the blue fruit and umami flavors. The most pleasing of the Vineyard Designates now, but like all of the Spell single vineyard wines; designed to age. A vigorous decant is recommended if you decide to pull the cork in the next 6 to 12 months. Drink over the next 10+ years.