Cabernet Sauvignon Vertical Gift Set
The 2016, 2017, and 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon with 3 bottle Wooden Box and Swan Crytal Decanter - a great gift this Valentine's Day for that someone special in your life.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Blend Composition | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Harvest Date | September 28 - October 6
Finished pH | 3.82
Finished TA | 5.8 g/L
Alcohol by volume | 14.5%
VINTAGE
We had a wet start to 2017, so welcome after 5 years of drought. The bulk of the rain fell in January and February but rains continued into April, ensuring that the vines would have ample water throughout the growing season. The harvest started more or less on time with average to slightly low yields. What started in water ended in fire. Fortunately we had harvested most of our fruit before the October fires. We did not use any fruit harvested after the fires.
WINEMAKING
Our Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of clones 6, 30 and 337, which bring depth to the finished wine. In the winery we handle the fruit gently, destemming without crushing the berries. We adjust our cap management techniques—punchdowns and pumpovers—to get the desired structure and color without overextraction.
TASTING NOTES
A striking dark garnet color, this wine displays beautiful aromas to match. Black cherry, blackberry, and blackcurrant aromas are complemented by hints of mocha and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is silky in texture, but it has a delightfully surprising tannic grip. Notes of espresso and dark chocolate-covered cherries stand out against a background of lush fruit flavors. The lingering, complex finish promise a great future for this wine.
Blend Composition | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Harvest Date | October 17 and November 6
Finished pH | 3.91
Finished TA | 5.5 g/L
Alcohol by volume | 14.5%
VINTAGE
The 2018 growing season got a relatively late start due to a cool and blessedly rainy Spring. Summer temperatures remained moderate, with a brief and relatively mild heat spike at the end of July. Our harvest began 15 days later than in 2017, and proceeded at a slow and steady pace, affording us the luxury of picking at peak flavor develeopment and relatively low Brix. Our last pick was on November 6, setting a record for our latest harvest. Yields were up relative to the last several years and the quality is outstanding.
WINEMAKING
Our Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of clones 6, 30 and 337, which bring depth to the finished wine. In the winery we handle the fruit gently, destemming without crushing the berries. We adjust our cap management techniques—punchdowns and pumpovers—to get the desired structure and color without overextraction.
TASTING NOTES
This gorgeous garnet/black Cabernet has layered depth. Aromatic highlights include blackberry, blackcurrant and Bing cherry supported by a touch of toasty oak and dark chocolate. The wine is supple on the palate with fine-grained tannins that provide just the right grip. Signs of espresso beans and rich chocolate add contrast to the fruit and floral notes. Myriad flavors swirl just beneath the surface and contribute to an ever-changing finish. This wine will develop and evolve for 10-15 years in your cellar.