2022 Seghesio Family Vineyards Venom

Growing and producing world-class Sangiovese is not for the faint of heart. Rattlesnakes, thistle and America’s most unique clone of Sangiovese are all that thrive atop Rattlesnake Hill on our Home Ranch. The 40% slope, shallow topsoil and virtually impenetrable volcanic shale are the perfect antidote for taming this vigorous varietal into producing intensely flavored grapes. The clone, planted in 1910 by Edoardo Seghesio in America’s oldest Sangiovese vineyard, produces small-berried, loosely formed clusters. This wine is 100% Sangiovese from Rattlesnake Hill on our Home Ranch estate in Alexander Valley.

Aromas of Montmorency and Bing cherry belie a silky entry. The mid-palate showcases a dynamic tension between fruit, acidity, and tannins, indicating an age-worthy wine. The finish is characterized by an Olympian-esque balance, introducing earthy notes that hint at the future potential of this wine.