2013 ALX, Columbia Valley

45% DenHoed Vineyard, 35% Discovery Vineyard, 20% Red Heaven Vineyard

Double Gold - San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Gold - Pacific Rim International Wine Competition

Deep purple in color, the nose leads with white pepper, quickly followed by floral notes and a bit of blueberry.  Flavors of smoke, cured meat and a touch of bacon fate are layered on the palate.  The finish is long and spicy.