Bond Estates Vecina Napa Valley Red Wine 2016 750ml

Each year, this vineyard begins in its own rhythm and ends on a similar note; 2016 is no exception. Early in the ripening, the balance of flavor and quality of tannin were impressive. In September, we received much- needed fog and cool nighttime temperatures, which preserved freshness as ripening continued. The vertical structure of Vecina does not impose but draws you in with a noble calm. The wine's nuance is often immured within its monolithic structure, yet this year, nature has rendered the full spectrum of fruit, herbal, and mineral aromas. Whether this generosity represents a rare glimpse of the softer side of this site or the future expression of these old vines, time alone will tell.