More about the 2019 BENESSERE VINEYARDS ST. HELENA ESTATE PHENOMENON: Benessere’s 2019 Phenomenon captures Napa Valley’s remarkable gift for weaving Italian lineage with the vigor of Bordeaux and Rhône varietals. This skillful blend reveals what sets Napa’s terroir apart: a landscape where Sangiovese, born of Tuscan soil, flourishes alongside Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon, yielding a wine of distinctive depth and allure. In 1994, John and Ellen Benish founded Benessere, driven by a devotion to Italian grapes—a vision that stood out amid Napa’s Cabernet-dominated terrain. Phenomenon embodies the culmination of that pursuit, uniting tradition and creativity. Each grape is vinified on its own to honor its unique voice before being thoughtfully woven together, creating a wine of balance and complexity. This blend offers a striking harmony: Sangiovese brings vibrant red fruit and a whisper of spice, Merlot adds a velvety richness, Syrah contributes depth and weight, and Cabernet Sauvignon provides a steady foundation. The dance of fruit, spice, and earthy notes pairs effortlessly with a range of dishes or shines just as brightly on its own. At such an inviting value, there’s no finer moment to savor a wine that lives up to its name in every way.