2021 Stratus Red

Smooth, rich and luxurious with mildly sweet, soft aromas of lilac bolstered by earthier notes of leather and tobacco. An expressive and engaging palate of blackberry and dark fruits is punctuated by notes of citrus and the warming spice of nutmeg and black tea. A satisfying finish culminates with a lively acidity.

Defined by highly variable weather, 2021 was unpredictable from start to finish. The year started with warmer than average, January temperatures. Spring settled into predictably seasonal temperatures and generally dry conditions – a great start to the growing season. As the summer progressed, hot and dry conditions prevailed. Despite unexpected scattered rain and severe thunderstorms at the end of the month, extreme heat and drought were the predominant challenges faced in August. Unstable weather in the fall, presented challenging harvest conditions. Rain and humidity at

inopportune times required a strategic approach to picking grapes at their peak. Many of the red varieties were harvested at the tail end of November and in early December.