Potelle Two Red
The History
Chateau Potelle was born when we moved from France in
1980, to be part of the California winemaking adventure. We
wanted to be creative in making wine rather than being con
strained by the years of traditions that existed in France. At
the beginning, we found California wines to be too ripe and
rich, very bold, and way too oaky. Soon we realized that a culinary revolution was taking place! The food that was being created by the young American chefs was more delicate and refined – the ingredients were respected and celebrated. The
marriage of quality and simplicity eliminated the need for the
“gravy” cover up. In food and in wine, less is more. Alas, we
were on the same page!
The Grape
52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Petit Sarah, 14%
Zinfandel, 9% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2%
Grenache
Tasting Note
Cabernet aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry liqueur, fresh boy
senberry, and black cherry are infused with notes of wet violets,
coffee, fresh leather, tobacco. The Petit Sirah chimes in with
blueberries and an earthy core of black olives taming this jammy
fruit monster with a balance of terroir. The Zinfandel then shares
it’s red fruit and spice elements offering yet another complexity.
Brooding Sarah builds the mid palate and some more complex
and mature aromas of smoked meats and black fruit. Lastly, hints
both Cabernet Franc for a floral note and Grenache with its juicy
red fruit round out this thoughtful and fun blend