Impulse is a left bank Bordeaux-style wine inspired by the Pauillac wines of Château Margaux.
Cabernet Sauvignon always predominates to give Impulse its rich tannin, its wealth of aroma and flavor, while Merlot, an inseparable companion, brings suppleness, roundness and exceptional length.
Decant for one hour or more. Serving temperature: 65°F
Impulse is a left bank Bordeaux-style wine inspired by the wines of Château Margaux.
Château Margaux grows grapes on two hundred acres of vineyards in the Pauillac appellation in the Bordeaux wine region of France and is a left bank wine.
The chateau traces its heritage back to the original vineyard planted in 1580 and is one of only four to receive the highest rank of Premiers Cru status in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855 . The superior vintages are blended to the following general specification:
- 87% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 8% Merlot
- 3% Cabernet Franc
- 2% Petit Verdot
Thomas Jefferson wrote of the1784 Margaux, “There cannot be a better bottle of Bordeaux wine.”
We created Impulse as an homage to Margaux.
Impulse ~ the compelling influence of a particular feeling
Why "Impulse" ~ In 1977 investor André Mentzelopoulos, acting on impulse, purchased Château Margaux at a time when Bordeaux wines were in serious economic crisis. André invested heavily without any hope of immediate return in a subdued market, however the 1978 vintage was immediately recognized as exceptional. Today Château Margaux continues experiencing unprecedented success.
Journeyman Standing Rib Roast
Visiting Healdsburg you might hear how fellow winemaker Pete Seghesio found his second calling to create Journeyman, a butcher shop providing the finest of meats, including his prime rib roast.
Steak Slow Cook
Slow cooking thick-cut steaks, around 2 inches thick, such as T-bone, Porterhouse or Ribeye. The reverse sear is one of the easiest, most consistent methods of cooking a steak. Start it in a low oven, then quickly sear it in a hot pan or on the grill for a beautiful crust.
