Made from a selection of the fruit from the vineyard surrounding the tasting room of Lone Madrone. Cocavin. The distinctive wines of Lone Madrone are reflective of the land from which they were born and the people involved in their being. 

The grapes for the Oveja Negra are sourced from the Old Oak Vineyard traditionally known as Sheep Camp Creek. With an intent to dry farm, these varietals are all planted in the traditional head pruned style. 

Deep vivid purple. Smoke- and spice-accented black and blue fruit, succulent herb, violet and cola aromas, along with a peppery spice overtone. Palate-staining cherry, cassis, mocha and spicecake flavors show excellent clarity and an energizing core of juicy acidity. Puts on weight with air while maintaining energy, and finishes sweet and very long, with harmonious tannins and a resonating floral note. There's a modest 12.8% alcohol here.

-- Josh Raynolds

This Grenache was produced from grapes grown on the Will's Hills Vineyard, planted by Neil and Ginny Heaton on thier dry-farmed, head-trained family property. The wine has great depth and structure with great acidity and length. 

Black and blue fruits are just the front door to this wine. There is an incredible savory quality abounding throughout. Syrah, known for its tannic edge and weight finds itself expressed less aggressively in this wine. One can't help but think all manner of smoked ribs with herb-encrusted potatoes as a perfect food pairing.