2019 Carmenere 2007 Ramiro Herrera

Ramiro Herrera

Smugglers are the only lucky bastards who get the only 100% Cabernet Sauvignon of the vintage from Cadlwell Estate in 2021… which we believe is further proof that Smugglers have great instincts

But here in California

John made the decision to graft over this unsung hero of the noble wine grapes in order to make room for more Cabernet Franc – a bittersweet decision to be sure

2019 Carmenere 2007 Ramiro HerreraJust being able to get your hands on such a rare variety ups everyones cool quotient. Deliciously unexpected, our Carmnre is both opulent and, at the same time, surprisingly delicate. Powerful flavors of rhubarb, black cherry and sage are deftly balanced with luminous structure and tannins that practically melt on contact. Fabulous and surprising, it butters you up with a lovely nose of blackberry and violets, then delights you with an unexpected