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Christo, 2019
Winery:
Marietta Cellars
Violet, ripe plum, and sage combine to create an evocative nose with hints of charcuterie and iron-like minerality adding an undercurrent of wildness. On the palette, dried strawberries, dark chocolate and black tea richly coat every available surface leaving a chewiness that speaks to aging.
Region:
USA, California (North Coast)
Ratings/Score/Awards:
96pts. Wine Advocate
Varietal Composition:
Red Blend (65% Syrah, 22% Grenache, 10% Petite Sirah, 3% Viognier)
Fun Facts:
An ode to the founder of Marietta Cellars, the pig snout on the label is a reminder of how Chris Bilbro made wild boar sausage and carted his creations around the country to share with chefs and wine lovers alike as he sold Marietta wines.
Technical Data:
Fermentation Mode:
N/A
Malolactic Fermentation:
N/A
Maturation Mode & Time:
Aged for 20 months in neutral barrels.
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