Matsu - El Picaro 2018 Russian River Valley elegance and finesse

elegance and finesse

lemon and Fuji apple linger in the juicy

New oak is kept at a minimum and is only intended to act as the framework for bright red fruit flavors

There's ample acidity (it was not put through malolactic)

the Loire’s own grape

Matsu - El Picaro 2018 Russian River Valley elegance and finessePicaro means 'rogue' or 'rascal', and this rapscallion of a wine is a youthful interpretation of the Toro region's style. The grapes come from mature vines of over 50 years of age, but the wine spends only three months in oak, preserving their natural fruit profile. Vivid crimson purple in the glass. Aromas are of ripe blackberries and raspberries, with subtle hints of fresh cocoa. The palate is bold yet supple, with ripe tannins and a mineral grip.