Justin Michaud never worked with this Italian grape until taking over the winemaking at Coyote Canyon in 2013. Here’s his first Platinum with Primitivo, which has no problem ripening for the Andrews family. To build structure, there’s some Merlot (8%) and Barbera (2%). Aromas of sizzling bacon, dried cherry and hickory lead to flavors of stewed cherry, plum and tobacco. Michaud enjoys this Primitivo with tacos. Award: Savor NW (gold).
Rating: Platinum, 93 points
Production: 120 cases
Alcohol: 15.6%
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