689 Cellars 2019 “Killer Drop” Red Wine

Description

The story begins on California’s sandy beaches and snowy mountains

As a kid growing up in California, “Killer Drop” always had a special meaning of adrenaline filled days with friends spent in the ocean or on the mountain. Whether it was dropping into a wave from a massive swell or dropping into a bowl on a fresh powder day, Killer Drop defined our world of extreme excitement, fun and living life to the fullest.

The best inspiration comes from pulling late-night corks with friends

After many years spent in the wine business, Killer Drop was always in the back of my mind. One late night, while pulling numerous corks with friends, the vision for Killer Drop came to fruition as someone exclaimed, “This is a Killer Drop of wine!” I was immediately transported back to those adrenaline filled days and knew what had to be done…I set out with my good friend and winemaker, Kent Rasmussen, to create a “Killer Drop of Wine” for our friends and family.

WINEMAKER NOTES:

The 2019 release of Killer Drop brings together fruit from several distinct growing areas of Northern California: Napa Valley, Mendocino, Sonoma, Sierra Foothills, and Lodi. Each region contributes unique characteristics to the final blend, with it all coming together to create an expressive wine with multiple layers of complexity and balance.

TASTING NOTES:

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Killer Drop leaps from the glass with aromas of chocolate-covered cherries and blueberry with hints of dried herbs, spice and new leather. Medium to full-bodied, Killer Drop has lovely purity, highlighting flavors of juicy red and black fruit. The wine has a beautiful velvety texture, with hints of spice that lead to a long vibrant finish.

VARIETALS:

Grenache, Syrah & Petite Sirah

APPELLATION:

California