Grape: 63% Tempranillo, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Syrah.
Region: USA> California> North Coast> Lake County
Notes: 1700 ft. ASL, sustainably farmed.
Description: The grapes are all from the Diamond Mine vineyard on the estate. Naturally farmed with no use of pesticides or herbicides.
Description: North of Napa Valley lies Lake County, which Wine Spectator heralded as a lower price alternative to the more prestigious appellation. Six Sigma’s ‘Diamond Mine’ vineyard is named for the distinctive volcanically-formed quartz that makes the earth (rocky and volcanic soil, great for grapes) glisten in the sun.
Six Sigma is the name of a manufacturing philosophy created for industry during the 1980s. It emphasized quality control, fluid system-human interaction and data feedback with customers for decision making. The vineyard owner took what he learned in this field and applies to his winemaking, a surprising move but it works!
Dark chocolate, cedar, soothing menthol on the nose; chocolate covered cherries, plum, minerality and earthiness on the palate; long juicy finish.
Food pairings: Steak, roast chicken, Italian food, grilled vegetables, etc.
