Cruse Wine Company, Red Blend Monkey Jacket North Coast, 2022 so04102025Pertinace While it has the energy

While it has the energy and freshness expected from the region

black cherry—interwoven with floral notes and hints of tobacco

underpinned by savory herbs and a distinct mineral edge

with a natural balance of sweetness and acidity

and preserved fruit unfold in waves

Cruse Wine Company, Red Blend Monkey Jacket North Coast, 2022 so04102025Pertinace While it has the energyMichael Cruse has built a reputation for crafting some of Californias most exciting and unconventional wines, and Monkey Jacket is his ode to the overlooked potential of the North Coast. Rather than chasing high alcohol power, Cruse focuses on freshness and drinkability, blending Valdigui with heritage varieties like Carignan, Syrah, and Tannat. The result is a red thats playful yet complex, offering a throwback to the lighter, bistro style wines of