2021 Halter Ranch Ancestor Adelaida Hills Paso Robles

Winery Notes: 2021 Ancestor

Blend: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Petit Verdot, 13% Malbec

Tasting Notes: The 2021 Ancestor exudes aromas of blackberry, blueberry, mineral, and slate, with a touch of chocolate. The entry is round and soft, bursting with flavors of blue and black fruits, cassis, and cocoa. The mid-palate transitions into a long, textured finish, layered with baking spices and soft, yet present tannins.

Harvest Date: Cabernet Sauvignon – Block 60-62: 10/14/21 Petit Verdot – Block 48-50: 10/19/21 Malbec – Block 54: 10/1/21

Fermentation: Destemmed and fermented in closed top fermentors, with delestage daily for the first few days of fermentation followed by open pump-overs two to three times daily for an average of 16 days.

Aging: Aged for 16 months in 59-gallon French Oak barrels, 60% of which were new oak.

Alcohol: 14.6%

Pairing Suggestions: Pair with braised meats, BBQ, reduction sauces, and dark chocolate.

Aging Recommendation:Drink now through 2050.