Product Overview
The 2017 Bokisch Sheldon Hills Vineyard Monastrell has bright and juicy aromatics of pomegranate, plum, rose petal, and licorice and beautiful, citrus-tinted flavors of cherry, smoke, crushed raspberry, and cocoa powder. This wine is deceptively mature with soft tannins and nice round finish. Pair with chorizo simmered in Monastrell with Smoked Gouda.
Varietal Composition: 95% Monastell, 5% Graciano
Appellation: Sloughhouse AVA, Lodi
Aging: 18 months in 20% new French oak, 80% neutral oak
Farming Practices: follows "Lodi Rules" for certified green, sustainable practices
Production: 74 cases