2018 Hope & Faith (Library Edition)
Varietal: Petit Sirah
Vintage: 2018
Type: Red
Price: $148.00
Discover the artistry of time with this exceptional Library Edition from McClain Cellars' acclaimed Hope & Faith collection. Carefully cellared to perfection, this 2018 vintage showcases the winery's commitment to crafting wines that evolve beautifully with age. Rich, complex flavors have developed layers of sophistication during extended aging, revealing notes that can only emerge through patient maturation. This limited Library Edition represents a rare opportunity to experience a fully mature
Tasting Notes
This Library Edition displays a deep garnet hue with subtle brick edges that hint at its graceful maturation. The nose reveals an elegant bouquet of blackcurrant and dark cherry, interwoven with cedar, vanilla, and delicate notes of dried herbs and tobacco leaf. On the palate, the wine showcases remarkable depth with layers of dark fruit, espresso, and baking spices, supported by refined tannins that have softened beautifully with time. The finish is long and contemplative, leaving lingering impressions of dark chocolate, graphite, and a whisper of Santa Ynez Valley terroir.
Food Pairings
Dry-aged ribeye with rosemary, braised short ribs with red wine reduction, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano and prosciutto, duck confit with cherry gastrique, wild mushroom risotto, dark chocolate tart with espresso, grilled portobello mushrooms with balsamic glaze
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