Ashanta Wines 'Minotaure' Tempranillo · 750 ml

ABV: 13.5%

Handcrafted by Chenoa Ashton-Lewis and Will Basanta, “Minotaure” is an organically farmed, minimal‑intervention Tempranillo from a high‑elevation vineyard in Round Valley. Whole clusters, direct press, and destemmed fruit were fermented on skins before being raised in neutral French oak for 14 months. This unfiltered, zero‑SO₂ wine delivers a pure, terroir-driven expression of California Tempranillo

Nose: Savory dark plum, sarsaparilla, cherry, and woodland spice

Palate: Juicy black/red currant, black tea, leather; grippy yet balanced tannins and refreshing acidity

Finish: Earthy, slightly herbal, and lingering