LOURENS FAMILY RED BLEND 'HOWARD JOHN' 2019 Alexander Valley Bottled without additives or coloring

Bottled without additives or coloring at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered

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LOURENS FAMILY RED BLEND 'HOWARD JOHN' 2019 Alexander Valley Bottled without additives or coloringThis Swartland blend of 46% Grenache Noir, 27% Cinsault, and 27% Syrah from dry farmed bushvines showcases the filigree nature of the 2019 vintage. Translucent crimson with ruby hues, it offers complex aromas of raspberries, red cherries, fresh anise, underpinned by proteas and roses. The palate is ample yet fresh, with bright acidity, crunchy tannins, and a distinctive stony, petrichor like minerality. A briny olive note emerges toward the lengthy,