Proprietary Red Wine
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 20 years from the vintage release, though highly approachable in its youth with decanting.
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Roasted prime rib, grilled ribeye steak, braised lamb shanks
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TOR Kenward's Proprietary Red is a masterclass in Napa Valley blending, drawing from some of the region's most coveted vineyard sites, including the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon in Oakville. Tor Kenward, a pioneer with decades of Napa history, envisioned this blend as an artistic expression of the vintage, unfettered by single-varietal constraints. Typically marrying Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, the wine is crafted using traditional, low-intervention techniques, including native yeast fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a seamless, opulent, and deeply complex red that captures the majestic, sun-drenched spirit of Napa Valley's finest terroirs.
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Founded in 2001 by Napa Valley veteran Tor Kenward and his wife Susan, TOR Kenward Family Wines is a boutique estate dedicated to crafting small-lot, single-vineyard wines that express the singular terroirs of Napa Valley. Drawing on Kenward's nearly three decades of experience at Beringer, the winery sources fruit from legendary sites, most notably the historic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. The winemaking philosophy, guided by winemaker Jeff Ames, emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing native yeast fermentations, and bottling without fining or filtration. TOR is highly celebrated for its powerful, complex Cabernet Sauvignons and expressive Syrahs that showcase the pinnacle of California winemaking. Address: 1507 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA Website: https://torwines.com