Troon 2021 Druid's Fluid Red Blend

Troon's history dates back to the 1970s, and new ownership wanted to honor that past by reviving this blended red. The spiral on the label expresses the Druid's connections to the mysteries, energy, and power of the natural world - concepts deeply connected to Troon's biodynamic farming and winemaking. The wine itself is what I like to think of as a 'kitchen sink' blend – meaning it's akin to a pot of stew that has a little of everything tossed into it – yet nonetheless finds a focus and a balance that often eludes such mongrel wines. For the first time, some of the estate's recently planted younger vines contribute, fashioning a southern Rhône style red (albeit with some Tempranillo and Malbec included). It delivers plenty of joy with fresh red and blue berry fruits, spice, and underbrush components. 670 cases; 13.1%; $25 (Applegate Valley) 91/100