Franciscan Magnificat

”Fermentation: Pre-fermentation cold soak of four days to enhance color and body. Fermentation and maceration averaging 22 days to build structure and integrate mouthfeel Aging: 20 months in oak barrels; 70% new Coopers: Quintessence Vicard and Damy Sensory evaluation: Appearance: Deep garnet Aromas: A very complex nose laden with dark fruit. Plum dried cherry clove cardamom and cassis with hints of peppercorn and cocoa. Flavors: Smooth entry with ripe berries and cherry. The mouthfeel is full yet seamless showing well-knit tannins woven into a supple and full palate. On the mid-palate notes of cassis and sage lead to a long finish of dark fruit toasty vanilla notes and savory hints of tobacco and black olive. Rich and inviting. Winemaker’s notes: Magnificat is one of the original Meritage blends of California a wine Franciscan Estate has proudly produced since 1985. Named for J.S. Bach’s masterpiece it is crafted to be as seamless and harmonious as its musical na