WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
Each year, the goal for Southing is to create the ideal marriage of complexity and elegance. The ever-changing nose of the Southing exhibits Watermelon, Jasmine, Victoria plum; and subtle baking spices. The fine tannins and minerality are enhanced by the estate vineyard’s characteristic cool climate acidity.
TASTING NOTES:
Expert levels of integration are going on throughout this bottling, starting with the subtle yet persistent aromas of raspberry, cranberry, potpourri, and light sagebrush that draw in the nose. The palate’s firm texture elevates the cherry compote, citrus rind, and strawberry cream flavors, with a lingering sense of violets painting the corners. This wine will be exciting to watch for years. Drink now-2040. Cellar Selection.
- Wine Enthusiast, 95 pts.
Even at this early stage of evolution, it’s giving and alluring, with aromas and flavors of forest berries, cherries, rose hips and oak duff. The taut, energetic, slightly saline palate shows woodsy spices and minerality, harmony and length. Impressive. This has a long life ahead. Drink or hold, but no rush.
- James Suckling, 95 pts.
