Blackwater “Omerta”, 2020 zinfandel Maison Noir

Maison Noir

This Picpoul de Pinet is exceptional

40 year old vines from hillsides above the village of Gigondas

and crushed herbs

Dark berries and cherry notes on the nose

Blackwater “Omerta”, 2020 zinfandel Maison Noir"Omert, named after the Southern Italian (read, Mafia) term code of silence. The name originated from the fact that Francois would not reveal the vineyards name, location or association for fear of other winemakers lining up for the few rows of Carignan amidst the bountiful Syrah. Demand for the wine has increased and the block on the Paardeberg had a few rough years due to drought so Francois looked elsewhere for a bit of fruit to complement the