Crafted as our second heartfelt tribute to Becky Yeaman—whose vision and passion inspired the founding of Thurston Wolfe and shaped our distinctive winemaking philosophy—this premium red is an expression of boldness with elegance. While Petit Verdot is traditionally relegated to small blending percentages for tannin and color, here it commands equal billing with Cabernet Sauvignon in a , bold 50/50 partnership.
The wine opens with deep aromas of crushed blackberry, black cassis, and violet, underscored by savory herbs, graphite, and toasted vanilla. On the palate, the structured backbone of Zephyr Ridge Cabernet seamlessly integrates with the dense, brooding fruit and vibrant acidity of McKinley Springs Petit Verdot. Thirty months of extended aging in American oak polishes the muscular tannins, delivering rich layers of mocha, baking spice, and dark plum through a persistent, cellar-worthy finish.
The Blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon (Zephyr Ridge Vineyard), 50% Petit Verdot (McKinley Springs Vineyard)
Aging: Aged 30 months in American oak (50% new)
Cellaring: Impressively structured now; built to evolve gracefully over the next 10 to 12 years
Production: Ultra-limited production of 50 cases — exclusive Wine Club release
Member Exclusives
These small-lot vintages and library selections are reserved exclusively for Thurston Wolfe wine club members.