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Item Number: 7121
UPC: None
Country: USA
Region: California
Sub Region: Napa Valley
Appellation/AVA: Napa Valley
Vintage: 2011
Grape(s): 65% Merlot / 16% Syrah / 14% Petite Sirah / 5% Charbono
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Case Production: 3000
Alc by Vol(%): 14.5
This youthful 2011 Griffin drinks like a Pomerol! Aromas and flavors of red cherry and red currant carried by an elegantly weighted mid-palate and perfect balance. The finish is graced with a touch of mocha and espresso and finishes long with very fine gentle tannins. The 2011 Griffin is a blend of 65% elegant and lush Calistoga Merlot, 16% fruity and approachable Syrah, 14% dark and rich Petite Sirah, and 5% soft and expressive Charbono. Delicioso!
The Griffin -- the Foley family crest in Irish heraldry combines the
strengths of the lion, king of beasts, with the eagle, king of the
skies. A winemaker's dream is to be artistically free to combine
characters into wine that is purely hedonic and non-compliant with
varietal regulations. Here's Foley's -- a beautiful blend of everything in
the red cellar: ripe berries, spice, everything nice.
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