Red Tail Ridge Blaufränkisch 2017 (750ml) Côtes de Gascogne This was fermented with 30%

This was fermented with 30% whole bunch and gentle maceration / infusion (no punch downs) before 4 months rest in large older oak

A good showing from a challenging vintage

2018 was comparable to 2005

and pink grapefruit flavors

allowing extraction of color and phenols from the skins

Red Tail Ridge Blaufränkisch 2017 (750ml) Côtes de Gascogne This was fermented with 30%Purple and blueberry aromas jump from the glass rounded by black pepper spice on the palate with hints of clove and black berries on the end. This bright and expressive red make a great partner to grilled lamb. Gaining popularity among NY winemakers the vigorous, dark skinned Blaufrnkisch has really found a footing along the slopes of the Finger Lakes.