TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%
APPEARANCE
Dark and inky in the glass.
NOSE
True to its name, Gnarly Head Authentic Black opens with brooding aromas of black cherry, black licorice and vanilla providing a powerful entrée to this big, robust Petite Sirah-based blend.
PALATE
Concentrated flavors of boysenberry and dark chocolate are framed by pleasant hints of baking spice on the finish.
AGEING
To accentuate the concentrated fruit flavors and add an extra layer of complexity, the wine is racked on a combination of French and American oak to age for 12 months.
PAIRING
Styled to stand up to the heartiest of dishes, boldly pair this full-bodied wine with venison chili, meat lovers pizza or grilled rib eye steak.
RATINGS
3.8 
3.8
Grape Variety
Petite Sirah-based blend
Vintage
2018
Technical Data
Alcohol: 14.5%
Appearance
Dark and inky in the glass.
Nose
True to its name, Gnarly Head Authentic Black opens with brooding aromas of black cherry, black licorice and vanilla providing a powerful entrée to this big, robust Petite Sirah-based blend.
Palate
Concentrated flavors of boysenberry and dark chocolate are framed by pleasant hints of baking spice on the finish.
Ageing
To accentuate the concentrated fruit flavors and add an extra layer of complexity, the wine is racked on a combination of French and American oak to age for 12 months.
Pairing
Styled to stand up to the heartiest of dishes, boldly pair this full-bodied wine with venison chili, meat lovers pizza or grilled rib eye steak.
Flavor Profile Summary
Sweetness
3 / 5
Acidity
3 / 5
Tannin
3 / 5
Body
3 / 5
Alcohol
3 / 5
| Vintage | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Grape Variety | Blend, Petite Sirah |
| by Producer | Gnarly Head |
| by Style | Dry |
| Wine Type | Red |
| Region | California |
| Country of Origin | USA |
