This is the newest release of the Julia Field Study Red from our Julia Vineyard. This experimental vineyard and nursery site is located 10 miles north of the winery. At first glance, Julia Vineyard’s plantings seem like a crazy quilt of grape varieties. Though some are well known, most are obscure cultivars grown almost exclusively in smaller European regions. For reds, we have Affenthaler, Blauer Portugieser, Blaufränkisch, Lagrein, Merlot, Mondeuse, Nebbiolo, Pineau d ’Aunis, Pinot Meunier, Saperavi, Schiava Rosso, Schioppettino, Syrah, Teroldego and Zweigelt. Plus, we sprinkled in specific clones of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir to thicken the plot.
Black and blue fruits mingle with violets and herbs on the nose and culminate with gentle tannins and a savory finish.