Broc Cellars
Alexander Valley Carignan
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Field blend (80% Carignan, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 4% Zinfandel and 1% Palomino) from 120 years old, ungrafted vines in Alexander Valley that Chris Brockway says he “saved from Cabernetification.” Carbonic maceration. Red fruit and white pepper on the nose. Tart red fruit (strawberry, cranberry) on the palate. Savory, slightly rustic, fresh fresh, high acidity. Very easy to drink.
Field blend (80% Carignan, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 4% Zinfandel and 1% Palomino) from 120 years old, ungrafted vines in Alexander Valley that Chris Brockway says he “saved from Cabernetification.” Carbonic maceration. Red fruit and white pepper on the nose. Tart red fruit (strawberry, cranberry) on the palate. Savory, slightly rustic, fresh fresh, high acidity. Very easy to drink.
Jan 4th, 2023