Cruse Wine Co. Monkey Jacket 2020

The 2020 Monkey Jacket is equal parts Valdiguié, Zinfandel (Primitivo), Petite Sirah (Durif), and Carignan with a touch of Tannat and Pinot Noir to finish. The fruit is sourced from Mendocino, Napa, Sonoma, and Suisun counties in northern California. The synergy of these diverse terroirs showcases the beauty of Northern California, while still remaining accessible.

Approximately 20% of the blend was fermented whole cluster. All of the grapes were fermented in concrete and then pressed into older French oak barrels, a few puncheons, concrete tanks, and a small amount of stainless steel with an eye on transparency of fruit. Malolactic occurred naturally with the wine receiving a light sulfur addition immediately before bottling.