Forlorn Hope, 'Queen of the Sierra' Estate Red, 2021

Producer: Forlorn HopeRegion: Sierra Foothills, California, USAVarietals: Barbera, Trousseau Noir, Tempranillo, Graciano, Cabernet SauvignonViticulture: SustainableCategory: Red WineSize: 750ml Queen of the Sierra red estate blend was grown on the Rorick Heritage Vineyard in Calaveras County at 2000’ elevation, featuring soils comprised of a layer of schist over dolomite-rich limestone. Composed primarily of Zinfandel, Barbera, Tempranillo, Trousseau noir, and Mondeuse, the Queen shows all of the aromatic complexity and textural presence that are the hallmarks of wines grown on the limestone of our estate. It presents with compelling dynamic tension between its bright and forward fruit and the supple tannins and lively acidity that make up this wine’s backbone.