A Rh?ne-style blend off Monte Rosso, the 2019 Mountain Red Monte Rosso Vineyard is a blend of 68% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 2% Zinfandel, aged 20 months in French oak (77% new). The result is gently smoky, herbal and peppery, with primary fruit notes of cherries and red plums. Full-bodied and supple but nicely concentrated, this effort finishes long and silky, with hints of dark chocolate and espresso.