Winemaker Notes

Sourced fruit from some of the finest and most highly-esteemed vineyards in the valley. The Critic is a proprietary owned brand and the latest California addition from the Opici Family that will be sure to delight.

Soft and approachable nose with hints of dark fruit and a touch of smokiness. Flavors of Bing cherry and caramel on the palate, followed by a smooth round finish that lingers with a touch of currant and spice. A versatile wine that can be enjoyed with something as simple as a hamburger or as decadent as grilled lamb.

Manual Harvest that occurs in early October.

Fermentation: Traditional red grape winemaking process with 10 days of skin contact in stainless steel tanks after pressing. Wine is then aged for 10 months in 50% American oak and 50% French oak with an additional 1 month minimum in bottle before release.