This intriguing, dark ruby-colored wine exhibits a peppery, berry nose with spicy wood notes. In the mouth, it is a chunky, smoky, berry, fruit-driven dry red wine with plenty of hedonistic appeal. Pure, with a soft texture, this amply-endowed Carignan should provide considerable pleasure over the next 2-4 years. Sadly, only 400 cases were produced from this organically cultivated vineyard.Winemaker Jed Steele's second label called Shooting Star offers much needed relief for consumers trying to find a good California wines at a reasonable price.Tel. (707) 279-9475