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.
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,
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.
Fast forward and years later our passions for making wine and chasing adventure have come full circle with the creation of Killer Drop. Our blend’s vibrant color and intense silk, black cherry, and chocolate notes will instantly remind you of life’s greatest rushes.
2020 saw a drier winter than normal, followed by a cool spring and mild summer that extended the growing season and produced a nice and balanced crop.
The 2020 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.
Dark and luscious, Killer Drop bursts from the glass with captivating aromas of ripe cherries and dark chocolate with hints of dried herbs and spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and juicy, with expansive flavors of black cherry and dark plum. Soft, silky and balanced tannins lead to a wonderfully long finish.
Grenache, Syrah & Petite Sirah
Aged for 12 months in 25% new French oak
14.5%
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