Vérité Le Désir

Vérité Le Désir is a California red wine primarily made from a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. Sourced from various mountain vineyards in Sonoma County, the blend is crafted to mimic the style of a Right Bank Bordeaux. The result is a wine appreciated for its concentrated fruit flavors and smooth tannins.

Vérité is a highly regarded winery located in Sonoma County, California. The estate sources its grapes from a collection of small, high-elevation vineyard sites scattered across the county's diverse microclimates. These specific sites are carefully selected to provide optimal conditions for growing Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

The Vérité estate was founded by Jess Jackson and the renowned French winemaker Pierre Seillan. Seillan utilizes a technique called 'micro-cru' farming, where he vinifies dozens of tiny, individual lots separately to build the final Le Désir blend. His meticulous approach ensures the wine achieves a balanced yet complex profile year after year.

Vérité Le Désir is known for its rich, concentrated fruit flavors, specifically showcasing notes of blackberry, plum, and cherry. The blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc provides a smooth, velvety tannin structure that balances the intense fruit. This specific flavor profile makes it a highly prized collectible among enthusiasts of New World Bordeaux blends.