Zaca Mesa 2012 Z Three Red (Santa Ynez Valley)

Country: US / Z Three
Variety: Rhône-style Red Blend California
Winery: Zaca Mesa / Santa Ynez Valley

Sanguine, leathery aromas show on the nose of this blend of 55% Syrah, 40% Mourvèdre and 5% Grenache, accented with dried elderberry, wild thyme, black plum and peppery spice. Woody flavors of bay leaf, black sage and rosemary show on the medium-bodied palate, with sour plum notes lifted by black pepper on the finish.