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Proprietor's Red IV

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Proprietor’s Red IV

Syrah and Tempranillo based Proprietor's blend

  • Vintage2018
  • TypeRed
  • DrinkNow to 2026

When to drink it

Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedNow to 2026

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Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedDrinking well - decantEnjoy with food - no decantWell past peakBest for cooking

Last tasted April 2025, from bottles kept at 58 to 59°F and out of the light. A bottle stored warmer will be further along than this.

ABV
14.2%
TA
6.5 g/L
pH
3.74
RS
0.0 g/L
Cases Made
1318

Tasting Notes

On the nose, dark bing cherry, mocha, tobacco and sweet molasses. Baked berries carry from the nose to the palate alongside plum skin, graham cracker, and oak. Big and rich with velvety tannins, a medium finish and medium to high acidity.

Winemaking

Aged 12 months, 20% new French oak and 80% neutral oak. Bottled June 2018.

Food Pairing

Filet mignon, sirloin, buffalo, charred meats, aged cow's milk cheese, walnuts.