This blend of Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, and Petit Verdot mirrors the three knots the Franciscan Friars tie into their cintures (rope belt) symbolizing Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience. Fruit forward and approachable with black currant, dark berry medley, velvety tannins, and long blackberry finish.
Only 50 cases produced of what we are calling our Rolls Royce of wines. Aged in 100% new French oak for 23 months, and bottle aged for 12 months. Black licorice and dried basil on the nose. Pleasant and sophisticated flavors of sassafras root, cherry cola, cassis, loganberry, bay leaf, cocoa, and blackberry, with fine notes of eucalyptus and soft tannins on the finish.
This wine appeals to the advanced and sophisticated palate, with stewed plum, raspberry balsamic reduction, black currant, mushroom aju, blackberry, and a lingering black cherry, coffee bean finish.
Our Estate Grown Petite Verdot is soft and elegant, with notes of cranberry, blueberry, rose petal, earl grey, and hints of vanilla and plum on the finish.
73 cases produced
Suggested Pairings: Pork tenderloin, veal or Brie cheeses
In recognition of the first grape varieties ever planted on Locatelli soil, we blend our two oldest vines to create this timeless, lush and round beauty. The perfect gift or compliment to any large dinner party!
Dark and jammy. Rich blackberry, plum, and boysenberry flavors upfront, with notes of white pepper and supple strands of cassis and blue raspberry stretch long on the palate.
