Bold, dark fruit aromas of blackberry, plum, and boysenberry are complemented by notes of clove, nutmeg, and cedar. Generous on the palate, the lively acidity and youthful tannins add depth and energy, leading to a long, concentrated finish.
The dormant season was wet with much more rain than usual before the skies cleared in April, just in time for budbreak. The weather in May was surprisingly cool and rainy again, slowing down the vine growth and serving as a harbinger of the rollercoaster growing season that followed. The summer months alternated between warmer and cooler than average, but thankfully, the daily high temperatures rarely exceeded 100°F. September was warm and sunny, providing the perfect finish and all the grapes were in by mid-October.
Critic Ratings
James Suckling Review - Rated 92:
A medium-bodied red with sweet cherries, blackberries and sweet spices on the nose. The palate has a delicious berry character with some herbal undertones. Vivid and fruit-driven with a flavorful finish. 53% malbec, 34% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot and 5% petit verdot. Drink or hold.
Jeb Dunnuck Review - Rated 90:
The 2020 Red Blend Dragon's Tooth is an interesting blend of 49% Malbec, 37% Petit Verdot, and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has more blue fruits, some leafy herb, graphite, and mineral notes, medium body, good overall freshness and purity, and a lengthy finish. It displays the vibrant, pure, fresher style of the vintage while staying concentrated and balanced.
