2018 Mataro

Mataro is an ancient varietal introduced to Valencia (Spain) by the Phoenicians around 500 BC.  Known in Spain as Monastrell and in France as Mourvèdre, it was introduced to California in the 1860s. This Mataro was grown in the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Eastern Washington then vinified and barrel aged for 24 months in San Diego.

Full bodied, bold ruby with a slight purple hue.  The earthy aroma meets ripe red tree fruit with notes of spicy black pepper and allspice. Enduring toasty, polished tannin finish.