2020 brought a few intense heat waves before and during harvest. Because Ruben Solorzano withholds irrigation for extended periods, our vines root deep into the Limestone in search of moisture. The practice creates a strong, vast network of roots that the vine relies on to march through heat waves. The subsequent 2020 La Cuadrilla red blend shows vibrant energy and balance.
2020 La Cuadrilla opens with a whole new world of red fruit from crunchy, tangy cranberry through to pure driving ripeness. A cut of lemon from the balancing acidity combines with mint leaves, chocolate, and peppercorns. Tannin lies just under the lingering red fruit finish, creating a tautness to the firm young wine. Already exceedingly pleasurable upon release, the wine evolves from a bright young profile to a richer, hedonistic full body with a few swirls in the glass.
70% Syrah, 15% Grenache, 15% Sangiovese
