Consider it an amendment to monotonous winemaking - This uniquely American approach saturates the blend for 6 months in charred Bourbon barrels for a black fruit and caramel spiciness with a finish as smoky as it is smooth. Sip to ratify. Appellation: Northcoast, California Grape Varieties: Merlot, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon Alcohol Percentage: 14.50% Fermentation: Different blocks were fermented separately to preserve ideal characteristics of each. Each block spends an average of 18 days on the skins. Aging: 15 months in 35% new Oak.