The Tannat varietal is originally from the Madiran region in Southwest France and grown in front of the Tasting Room right where the sun sets over the Shenandoah Mountains. The grapes are typically harvested in late October. The wine is aged 18-30 months in French oak barrels and the results are a bold, intense fruit-forward cherry, with a chocolate mid-palate wine and moderate acidity.
Fun Fact: This wine is named after Momma Baki’s birthstone - a stone that exudes physical strength & stamina.
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Wine Specs
Vintage 2016
Varietal Tannat
Harvest Date 2016
Aging 18+ months in French Oak Barrels
Alcohol % 13.3
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes: Originally one of the main grapes grown in the Madiran region of southwest France and is highly recommended for the Virginia climate by Virginia Tech Viticulture Department
Food Pairing Notes: Pairs wonderfully with beef short ribs, lamb, and cigars