2021 is another vintage that began with a warmer than average Summer (it hit 118f in June!) but ended on  a cooler than average harvest. It resulted in a vintage with the richness of ‘18 but with ‘19’s pretty side — it’s built on poise rather than broad shoulders.

The Ford’s continue to farm our blocks at Illahe Vineyard organically.  This year’s bottling again leans towards the savory side.  Bright cherry with raspberry, sweet tamarind, and earthy mushroom, medium weight and fine tannins.