HIGHLANDS PLATEAU Red Blend, North Coast

• Non Vintage cuvee right up there with Apothic
• A daily drinker at an amazing price!
• Made by same winemaker as Highlands Wines

WINEMAKER: Bradley Smith; Silenus

WHAT WE TASTED: Bold, dry and lots of red fruit. We like the abundance of cherry in the profile. Good strong finish, but lighter tannins.

AVA DESIGNATED: North Coast

WHAT WE PAIRED:

• Vegetarian Moussaka; anything with tomatoes and cheese
• Herb-crusted rack of lamb, gruyere mac and cheese
• Seared New York steak, classic baked potato

PERSONALITY:  From a Silver Oak alumni partnering with a long time Chateau Montelena grape grower. Paul and Dan clearly know where the best grapes are!.

TECHNICAL:

• North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot