Torn Again

Wine Details for 2022 Torn Again, Red Wine, Napa Valley

Variety: 36% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petit Verdot, 9% Zinfandel, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Syrah.

Vintage: 2022

Wine Style: Dry red

Bottle Format: 750 ml

Winemaker: Bertus van Zyl

Production Details

Fermentation Vessel: Oak

Fermentation Details: Extended skin contact (30–35 days) for maximum extraction.

Oak Program: New French

Malolactic Fermentation: No

Technical Information

Alcohol Content: 14.9

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Dark red

Aromatics: Black cherry and ripe plum, accented by subtle notes of dried herbs and tobacco.

Palate and Structure: Full-bodied with a rich, velvety texture. A harmonious balance of dark fruit and savory spice is grounded by an earthy minerality. The finish is long and graceful, defined by firm, well-integrated tannins.

Serving Suggestions

Ageing Potential: 2038

Serving Temperature: Room Temperature

Food Pairings: Braised Short Ribs, Grilled Lamb.

Brand Positioning: A story of two halves. Inspired by a relationship once whole, but now a beautiful memory, "Torn Again" is a deeply personal wine. It’s for those who understand that some stories are too good to be contained in a single chapter; they must be torn apart to be fully appreciated. This wine captures the bittersweet essence of what was, offering a full-bodied journey through every moment, both perfect and painful. It's a statement for anyone who has ever been caught between what was and what could have been.

Story: To craft this classic Napa Valley wine, the varietals underwent a traditional production process. The Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon the backbone of the blend were co-fermented to ensure a seamless integration of their characteristics. The grapes then underwent a period of extended skin contact, from 30 to 35 days, to fully develop a deep, rich color and extract the necessary character from the fruit. The wine was then aged for two full years in French oak barrels. This careful, extended barrel aging allowed the blend to develop complexity, soften its tannins, and express the classic style of a well-made Napa Valley wine. The final result is a wine with a well-integrated, elegant profile that honors the traditions of the region.