2006 Valedictorian

An exclusive blend of 49% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot

Tasting Characteristics: Flavors of bright strawberry, raspberry and cherry fruit with apotpourri of dried orange peel. Notes of sandalwood, cardamom and bay with hints of licorice and exotic earthiness. With 22 months of oak aging, this is a massive wine. Truly "the Head of the Class," at Burrell School, this rich, multi-flavored wine will be speaking out for many memorable years.

Accolades: Double Gold Medal, Appellation America, December 2008.

"If you only drink one Bordeaux-style wine from the Santa Cruz Mountains, make it this one."