Three, Conta Costa County, Old Vines Field Blend 2012 Chardonnay concentrated fruit in the nose

concentrated fruit in the nose and flavor

melted chocolate

wafting from the glass in a deep and complex mix of black cherries

this is a beautiful

Three, Conta Costa County, Old Vines Field Blend 2012 Chardonnay concentrated fruit in the noseThis Old Vine Field Blend is a luscious combination of ancient vine, Carignane (39%), Mataro (26%), Zinfandel (17%), Petite Sirah (11%), Alicante Bouschet (5%), and Black Malvoisie (2%). Each of these varietals contribute to the deep purple black color and piercing, high toned aromas of boysenberry, violets and dark plum. Massive on the attack, showing off all of its 100+ year old vine pedigree. Packed with crushed black fruits and black cherry