2021 Mother of Exiles
Seductive aromas of violet, graphite, humidor, and new Italian leather explode from the 2021 Mother of Exiles. Wildly complex notes of blueberry, game, sandalwood, and dark chocolate give way to perfectly endowed tannins on the persistently hedonistic finish.
Wine Advocate: 95
WINE SPECS
Vintage: 2021
Varietal: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petite Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Tannat
Appellation: Paso Robles
Acid: 5.6 g/l
pH: 3.52
Bottling Date: 5/2/23. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Alcohol %:
Cooperage & Elevation: Aged for 18 months in 500L barrels and 225L barrels, 100% neutral
Fermentation: 4-day cold soak with twice daily pump-overs. 12-day native fermentation with a mix of delestages and pump-overs for cap management. 16-day total maceration. Fermented 41% whole cluster
Case Production: 755
Vineyard Notes: 100% Estate - Willow Creek District Paso Robles