Appearance medium+ purple
Aromas blackberry, blackcurrant, sage, clove, cedar plank, leather, tobacco, eucalyptus
Palate powerful with notes of black fruit, plum, tobacco, espresso powder, herbs de Provence, integrated tannins, extended finish
Food Pairing Suggestions
Serve with prime rib steak, beef or pork ribs, ostrich, squab, roasted lamb and duck. Or just pour a glass with anything from the grill.
Alcohol
14.5%
Aging Potential
Will age gracefully over the next 10+ years
Winemaker Notes
“The black goose is back and better than ever! Our most fruit-forward wine, the 2017 edition of this powerhouse evokes memories of sharing rich blackberry pie around a festive table with loved ones. Careful deployment of new French oak reveal baking spices, star anise, and nutmeg. Allowing Branta’s supple black fruit linger on the palate causes the lucky taster to wonder if they might be reminded of a brûléed caramel drizzle over a mixed berry crumble. Luckily, as with all of our wines, a balanced hand in the winemaking provides more than enough tannic structure and acidic brightness to keep its decadence in check.” – Christi Coors Ficeli, Vintner
Aged 25 months in French oak, 20% new
