The 2019 vintage was similar to 2018 in that the mild season allowed for long and slow maturation. The lack of major heat waves and virtually no rain during harvest allowed them to pick every vineyard block at optimal ripeness. The 2019 vintage was slightly lower yielding, which resulted in greater concentration in the wines. Balanced structures and rich flavors are consistent throughout the 2019 vintage wines. The Mt. Eden clone was the star of the vintage, offering tremendous depth and deep berry flavors. The Swan clone added gamey notes and a touch of earth to round out the blend.
