Shypoke 2018 “Keep” Red Rhone Blend – Estate, Napa Valley

Notes: “The origin of the ‘Keep’ name, stems from an embarrassment of stunning Grenache. So what to do these fantastic barrels of Grenache asked the winemaker? An infusion of Charbono for baritone tannins, a fist pump of Malbec juicy fruit, and the blue persuasion of old vine Petite Sirah weave their tales so nicely, all while exhausting to the red wafts of that Grenache perfection. Shypoke Keep is both interesting and delicious. Enticing aromatics lead to savory, red fruit tones while remaining fresh and focused.”

Winemaker Notes: “Deep dense color. Dominant blackberry and cherry flavors, a hint of tar on the finish. Intense. Picked and fermented together aiming toward the blend that we have been honing in on for the past decade. Our estate-grown Grenache, century-old Charbono, ‘back breaker’ Petite Sirah, and a fist pump of Malbec juicy fruit. The blue persuasion of old vine Petite Sirah & Charbono weaves their tales so nicely, all while exhausting to the red wafts of that Grenache perfection. The result is both interesting and delicious. Enticing aromatics lead to savory, red fruit tones while remaining fresh and focused. Only 6 barrels were produced. Our personal go-to wine from the cellar, is always delicious and pairs perfectly with life.”