The 2019 el Coco pours a rich and dark garnet with a purple tint in the glass. Aromatically, the wine is boisterously expressive with notes of violet, lilac, blackberry, dark roses, supple leather and exotic spices. An energetic entry that is both elegant and vibrant, the palate is rife with notes of black plum, black cherry, currant, ripe raspberry and a touch of vanilla. Soft tannins abound with palate-coating density resulting in a luscious finish that lingers. 642 cases produced. | Kevin A. Fox, WinemakerWhen site, talent, and serendipity collide, this is what you get. The vines are over 130 years old on the 8 acre G. B. Crane parcel in the St. Helena area of Napa Valley and are planted in a field blended style of mixed blacks that include Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane, and a few lesser known varietals. Dave Phinney [also known for his former label Orin Swift] is collaborating on this project called The Crane Assembly together with Winemaker Kevin Fox and their talents are evident in their red blend, el Coco that is boldly elegant and forwardly opulent in ways that made lovers of The Prisoner wine go crazy. | Falling Bright