BONNY DOON, Le Cigare Volant, 6x75cl

🍷 Bonny Doon – Le Cigare Volant
USA | California | Central Coast | Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (GSM blend)
Style: Still Red Wine
Winemaking: Inspired by the great wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this Rhône-style blend is vinified with minimal intervention and aged in neutral barrels and stainless steel to preserve purity, complexity, and freshness
Farming: Sourced from sustainably farmed vineyards along California’s Central Coast, where cool Pacific breezes and diverse soils give lift, spice, and balance to Mediterranean varietals

🛸 A California original—savory, layered, and Rhône-inspired with a rebellious twist.

👁 In the Glass:
Medium ruby with garnet edges—bright and transparent.

👃 On the Nose:
Intriguing and aromatic. Red cherry, wild raspberry, and plum intertwine with dried herbs, lavender, black pepper, and a touch of smoked meat and earth.

👅 On the Palate:
Medium-bodied and complex. Juicy red fruit and spice ride on a supple texture, with fine tannins and refreshing acidity. Earthy, savoury notes and a whisper of garrigue linger on a refined, long finish.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Ideal with herb-crusted lamb, ratatouille, charcuterie, or roasted duck. A food-friendly red that thrives with Mediterranean and rustic fare.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Enjoy now for its vibrancy, or cellar for 5–7 years to gain additional nuance and elegance.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Le Cigare Volant is a cult classic—Bonny Doon’s witty, terroir-driven homage to the Rhône. Bold yet graceful, it’s a wine for free spirits and thoughtful palates alike.