2017 Signature Marinus

Our Marinus vineyard in upper Carmel Valley is planted with the five traditional red Bordeaux varietals. It is divided into small blocks per grape variety, exposure and soil type. Each block has its own unique terroir and is farmed and hand harvested at peak ripeness to maximize quality.

In recent years, our Vineyard Manager Matt Shea and Winemaker Dean DeKorth have been busy refurbishing the Marinus vineyard with spectacular results. After exhaustive tastings of individual lots and barrels, our 2017 Signature Marinus was assembled representing the very best expression of this unique terroir. This bottling is truly the best of the best!

2017 was a beautiful vintage for our Marinus vineyard! The color is a deep ruby red. The aromas are classic ripe plums, dried cherries and cranberries, with subtle notes of cedar. The ripe red fruit flavors are intense and beautifully focused, supported by a soft, yet firm tannic finish. This year’s Signature Marinus can be enjoyed now but will age for many years to come. Enjoy!

Varietal makeup:

Cabernet Sauvignon:          53%

Cabernet Franc:                   23%

Petit Verdot:             18%

Merlot:                                    6%    

Cooperage:

French and Hungarian oak; 50% new.

Case Production:

Bottled: June 18th, 2019

493 cases 6-packs (750 mls.)