Old World appeal; dried herbs and violets, apple clafouti, anise, Ranier cherries, straberry rhubarb pie, truffle, orange peel, white pepper, mulling spices. Medium-light body, with very direct and focused red fruit. Good acid. Finish is long and lingering with a hint of caramel and vanilla. 24 months in a blend of French and Hungarian oak, 50% new barrels. 400 cases produced.

Chateau D'If references the notorious prison in The Count of Monte Cristo, and the perilous journey it took to make Vandella a reality. Like The Count, the challenges and hardships only led to a more refined and elegant wine. | Vandella Wines

Textbook technique with the Mourvedre varietal meets a fantastic and artistic rendering when the story comes together with Touriga Nacional and Syrah for the blend. The furry, frenchie, and funky notes are all there with whiffs of black fruits that give way into a crunchy red palate with plenty of structure. | Falling Bright