an adventure in savory, peppery complexity
94% Syrah and 6% Viognier, co-fermented | aging sur lies for 18 months in 45% new French barrels
David and Carla Ramey founded the winery in 1996 and forged a new California winemaking style that paired old-world techniques with the premier fruit of Sonoma and Napa. The Ramey family has long excelled at collaborating with other multigenerational winegrowers to make single vineyard wines as well as blends that showcase the defining characteristics of their sites. The second generation, Claire and Alan Ramey, began working at the winery in 2013 and have been cross-trained in all aspects of winery operations. In 2021, Claire and Alan became co-presidents of Ramey Wine Cellars. The vision is unwavering: to make classic wines from Sonoma and Napa that belong amongst the world’s best.
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Flinty, charred aromas and rather lean, smoky, meaty flavors give this wine a dramatic, austere expression compared to the typical big and ripe California red. It’s an adventure in savory, peppery complexity to pair with grilled quail, roast venison or cassoulet.