The best carignane comes from the ugliest, most gnarled vines you can find and rest assured that the twisted beasts that produce our fruit could star in a horror flick. If you were to wander onto the Angeli vineyard - with its dead-looking soil - you'd probably think of Hitchcock before you thought of Hostess cupcakes, but once you try our Carignane you'll be dreaming of cherry fruit filling. The Rat is a real stunner. Whether you like toasty turnovers or cheesecakes, it won't disappoint. It's proof that you can't judge a book by its cover, or a wine by its vine.

Vintage

2006

Varietal

100% Carignane

Appellation

100% Alexander Valley

Alcohol

13.0%

pH

3.55

Release Date

October 21, 2007

Suggested Retail

$25

Production

610 cases

Wood

12 months in 15% new French, 5% new Hungarian, 80% neutral oak