WINEMAKER’S NOTES:
The 2012 is the 2nd vintage of Cygnet, a wine designed to retain the fresh lushness of ripe Merlot grapes, yet exhibit the complexity and texture that only come with aging in small barrels. 2012 was a warm vintage, which is reflected in the depth of flavor and generous mouth feel of this wine. Deep purple-hued red color, and an array of black fruits more commonly associated with Cabernet lead to a mouthful of velvety, ripe tannins. Lingering notes of cocoa, clove and black cherry echo long after the wine is swallowed. Optimum suggested drinking is 2015 to 2018.
