Bonny Doon Vineyard

Le Cigare Volant

Le Cigare Volant

Le Cigare Volant
  • Practicing Biodynamic
  • 61% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 15% Cinsault, 4% Petite Sirah
  • Central Coast AVA
  • 32% Loma Del Rio Vineyard, 29% Ventana Vineyard, 20% Oak Knoll/Chalk Knoll Vineyard, 15% Rick’s Vineyard, 4% Sin Falta Vineyard
  • 13.5% abv

Info

Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Central Coast
Variety:
Blend - Rhone
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Biodynamic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle US-BDV-09-22 12/750ml

Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
91
Date
2024-09-19
"The nose shows notes of cherries, forest berries, warm herbs and some baking spices. It's medium-bodied with sleek tannins. Juicy core of delicious berries and wild strawberries at the center and a bright, mouthwatering finish. A juicy, succulent and vivid blend of 61% grenache, 20% syrah, 15% cinsault and 4% petite sirah. Drink now. Screw cap."

REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES

2021
Decanter
Score
91
Date
2024-08-07
"A standout in Tesco's Californiana line-up (along with the orange and white wines under the same label), this is mainly Grenache – a higher proportion than in the previous vintage – with Syrah, Cinsault and a dash of Durif making up the balance. It's an unoaked wine, aged on lees in stainless steel tanks for around 10 months before bottling. Lots of bright and chewy red berry fruit here, baking spice and some rose florality. Complexity and concentration, but worn lightly."
2020
Wine Enthusiast
Score
92
Date
2022-07-19