2023 TR Passalacqua Ispirato
Tasting Notes
The 2023 Ispirato is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc and it is a showstopper. Comprised of five barrels of Block 23 one barrel of Blocks 18 & 19 for intensity and structure on the palate, and one barrel of block 4 bring opulent fruit and velvety tannins. two barrels of Malbec bring inky color and add layers of damson plum and black cherry. And finally two barrels of Cabernet Franc to weave in an earthy component showing leather, wet stone, and crushed violets.
Winemaker's Notes
Ispirato, the Italian word for Inspired, perfectly describes how we feel about growing and making this wine. The T.R. Passalacqua vineyard is the perfect site for growing our Cabernet, but we have always wanted to create a Bordeaux blend unique to our Estate ranch. We wanted to craft a wine that showcased the intensity and structure of our Cabernet, but also played with the nuance and complexity that can only come from a blend. In 2015, after a few years of prodding, we finally convinced Tom Passalacqua to plant half an acre each of Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The rolling hills and rocky soils of our TR Passalacqua ranch are perfectly suited for these Bordeaux varietals. Each varietal was picked and aged separately as we do with all of our blocks from the ranch. After 20 months in 100% French oak barrels, we selected our favorite eleven barrels that comprise this powerhouse of a wine.
Production Notes
289 Cases Produced
Cooperage Notes
Twenty months in 100% thin-staved French oak, 42% new French oak
Drinkable
10-12 years from vintage
Pair Wild
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Paired Recipes
Whitetail Backstrap Tips with Red Wine Reduction Sauce and Truffle Mashed Potatoes
Venison
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