Description
Named for the Serpentine rock which dominates this piece of land, these are some of the best value for money wines we have found in the last few years.
Originally founded by Italian settlers in the 1880's, this vineyard has the feel of somewhere in Tuscany or Piemonte. It's the air, the trees that are planted, or the scent of rosemary planted all round the vineyard. A slice of heaven, hidden miles up a dirt track in northern Alexander Valley.
Owner Kenny Kahn has been involved for the last thirty-five years. Under his supervision they have kep this style but renewed the vineyard, nodding closely to it's Californian location as well as his own francophile wine loves. The result is a cracking fusion style that lays down well but also drinks brilliantly now.
The 2019 Baby Blue Red begins with polished aromas of blackberry, dark currant, pencil shavings, peppercorn, cedar and vanilla bean that sing of an absolutely brilliant young wine. Not to be outdone, rich flavors of both black and red fruits, savory spices, hints of black tea and espresso, and just the right touch of toasty oak in the background.