Ryan Patrick 'Rock Island Red' Columbia Valley 2018 Bottle:12 Duckhorn Vineyards has always remained

Duckhorn Vineyards has always remained fascinated by the artful blend of varietals from diverse Napa Valley vineyards

I’m picking up plenty of sherry in this new expression

Finely spicy start on the nose of fresh thyme

which consists in de-stemming the grapes

finished in the finest oloroso sherry butts

Ryan Patrick 'Rock Island Red' Columbia Valley 2018 Bottle:12 Duckhorn Vineyards has always remainedProminent dark fruit of black cherry, blackberry, and plum are accented with hints of vanilla, dark roasted coffee, and dark chocolate. After a very concentrated entry and mid palate, the flavors persist on the palate for an extended finish.