2021 Origin

Blending Origin is always an interesting adventure. Ascertaining which lots play well together and support each other is different every year. 2021 was another drought year with small crops and a cool year until fall when some higher temperatures kicked in. This gave us nice acidity, but also higher tannin levels. With more blending sessions than usual, we were able to get all 5 varieties to come together nicely. Origin has developed a following for its fruit and complexity and will develop nicely for many years. The 2021 Origin has aromas of ripe black cherry, clove and toasted almond. The palate is ripe and integrated, with milk chocolate, blood orange and earl gray on the finish. So easy to drink!