Alma de Cattleya 2019 Red Blend, Sonoma County 93 Points

Winemaker Notes: “Layered blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and cassis burst from the glass, as structured tannin and bright, youthful acidity envelop the palate. Pair with semi-hard aged cow’s milk with some aging like cheddar, aged Gouda, semi-hard sheep’s milk cheeses and slightly firm, soft-ripened cheeses like triple crème brie with flavors such as truffles, adding earthy notes. Excellent with grilled or smoked pork, beef, or lamb with Mediterranean spices or pasta with a hearty red sauce, braised meat, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.”

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points :”Lots of ripe blackberries, peppery herbs, and assorted meaty notes emerge from the deep purple 2019 Red Wine, which offers medium to full body, a kiss of iron and minerality on the palate, ripe tannins, and a great finish. This is one heck of a delicious, textured red to enjoy over the coming 4-6 years or so.”

Wine Spectator 92 Points: “Refined and nicely structured, with handsome dark plum, licorice and peppered beef flavors that finish with fine-grained tannins. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2029.”