Penumbra 2015

Name: Penumbra
Brand: Laithwaites Wine
SKU: 3175115
Rating: 3.0 (1 reviews)

California

Following the success of Australia’s terrific Durifs (our bestselling Black Stump for one), we decided to look ‘across the pond’ where Durif also thrives in a sunshine climate. We returned with the rich, dark, weighty Penumbra – a big mouthful.

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Wine Details

Red - Full Bodied
United States
Deep Blackish Crimson
Red blend
10.35 Units
13.8% ABV
31 December 2022

Flavour Profile

Tasting notes

Weighty, smooth and laden with dark berry and spice flavours

Aroma

Ripe powerful bramble, spice and violet aromas

The Wine

From Mendocino in the north to Santa Barbara in the south, California makes rich, fruit packed wines – and here’s an opportunity to try a pitch black gem that is distinctly Californian. Penumbra blends premium Durif and Petit Verdot grapes from Napa, Sonoma, Lake County and Lodi. As fans of the Aussie Black Stump will know, Durif is “the grape that takes no prisoners” (Tim Atkin MW). Renowned for deep colour and powerful berry flavours, this variety originated in France, but much prefers the warmth of Oz and California. Bordeaux’s Petit Verdot adds spice and structure, while ageing in American oak imparts a wrap of bold, warm vanilla and coconut. Enjoy with weighty, flavoursome dishes. We suggest a steak, spicy chilli or a hearty stew.

From Mendocino in the north to Santa Barbara in the south, California makes rich...