Product Overview
Winery's Notes
"Aromas of wild berries, juniper, dried orange peel, and wintergreen lead into a structured palate with bold yet well- integrated tannins. Rich flavors of cherry Danish and baking spice pair beautifully with soft oak, finishing long with lingering herbal notes and a touch of savory tannin."
Varietal Composition: 61% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 13% Syrah 5% Grenache, 5% Malbec
Appellation: Santa Ynez Valley AVA
Farming Practices: Certified sustainable (SIP)
Aging: 17 months in neutral French oak
Production: 420 cases
Winemakers: Joshua Klapper, Wynne Sargeant
93 Points - Vinous
"A blend of 61% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 13% Syrah 5% Grenache and 5% Malbec, the 2022 Union is a complex, considerably structured wine that wears its plummy, spicy Merlot character on its sleeve. Cocoa-powder tannins and deep minerality convey a sense of gravitas, while inky, sappy fruit lingers long on the close. There's a surprising amount of power here." -BN, Aug/2025
89 Points - Wine Advocate
"A Merlot-dominant introduction to the estate, the 2022 Union echoes much of the roster in offering up a candied, dusty bouquet with a core of red plums and dried flowers. The palate is equal parts lush and taut, transitioning into a polished yet straightforward, fine-grained finish. The blend is 61% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 13% Syrah, 5% Grenache and 5% Malbec." -ML, 11/6/25
