Epoch Estate Blend

Rich and bold, full of aromas of rich blackberry, violet, and boysenberry with notes of cured meats, black pepper, and dried herbs. Full-bodied flavors of ripe blackberry, lavender, espresso cover the palate. Epoch Estate Wines, founded in 2004 by geologists Bill and Liz Armstrong, has quickly developed a big reputation for small production, artisanal wines. Crafted by winemaker Jordan Fiorentini, they make the wines with minimal intervention in the winery with fruit from meticulously farmed, estate owned, rocky, hillside vineyards.

Grape Varietal: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Tempranillo

Feature: Sustainable

Country: United States

Region: California

Appellation: Willow Creek

Grape Profile: Syrah, also known as Shiraz, provides richness, dark fruit flavors, and peppery spice. Grenache brings red fruit flavors with a hint of floral notes. Mourvèdre, a.k.a. Mataro, adds earthy and herbal notes with dark fruits. Tempranillo brings structure, acidity, and savory complexity.

Region Profile: Nestled in the heart of California's Paso Robles, Willow Creek District stands as a dynamic wine region renowned for its exceptional wines. Featuring warm days and cool nights with limestone-rich soil microclimate, it creates a unique environment for winemaking.

Pair with: Hearty dishes like grilled meats, barbecue, rich stews, and roasted vegetables. Aged cheeses like Gouda and Comté. Vegetarian options like eggplant Parmesan or mushroom and lentil casserole.