Blend: 48% Mourvedre, 28% Grenache, 24% Syrah
Cooperage: 100% Neutral French Oak
Viticulture: Ryan Johnson
Vineyard: Ciel du Cheval
Winemaker: James Mantone
Alcohol: 14.9%
Cases Produced: 140

For those of you who know us, it is no secret that we are huge fans of the great wines of the Southern-Rhone. That is why we are proud to welcome this sensational GSM red-blend, crafted by James Mantone of Syncline, to our lineup. Destined to become a classic, this is our statement for terroir-driven, world-class Mourvedre, Grenache, and Syrah from Red Mountain.

The 2009 Collaboration VI features aromas of pomegranate, dried cranberry, dark plum and Asian spices, with hints of anise and underbrush adding depth. The wine is medium to full-bodied, with flavors that follow the nose and lead to silky, elegant, and exceptionally-balanced mouthfeel. It shows excellent clarity and power on the finish, which is given shape with fine-grained, sweet tannins. Will improve in the cellar for the next 3-5 years and recommend a 2+ hour decant if opened within a year of release.

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