
2018 Banshee Carignan, Mendocino County
The 2018 Mendocino Carignan is a deep, inky magenta with woody manzanita and cigar box aromas. Rich flavors of mulberry and crispy pie crust with hints of bergamot and violet lead to a texture of fine, supple leather. A masculine, strong tannin backbone with a touch of habanero pepper on the finish, this Carignan finishes with a mustang kick!
Winemaker Notes
Two separate fermentations-one using whole cluster (which represents 80% of the blend) and the other destemmed fruit. These were fermented at low temperatures with manual punchdowns and pigeage. Aged for 15 months in 30% new French oak.
Composition
100% Carignan
Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Carignan
Appellation
Mendocino County
Acid
6.8 g/L
pH
3.67
Alcohol %
14.20
Production
8 barrels made