The Wine
This 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley opens with aromas of black currant and ripe black cherries, followed by forest floor and bay leaf undertones with a hint of vanilla. On the palate, the taste of fresh fruit, bright acidity, and youthful tannins are evident. Hinting at a wine that will age well, its finish is long and vibrant with flavors of rosemary and soft pimento.
Vintage
Napa Valley experienced an above-average rainfall in the early months of 2019 with over fifty inches of rain in Rutherford. The residual moisture and colder than average soils led to a delayed start in budbreak. Spring and summer enjoyed moderate temperatures with no significant heat spikes until August. The harvest began in early September and finished the first week of November.
Vineyard
Our Yountville vineyard forms the heart of our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, with grapes from our Rutherford and Calistoga vineyards rounding out the blend. We farm our vineyards naturally using the principles of regenerative agriculture, and they are certified organic. The result is a full-bodied, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon with pure flavors and a pronounced sense of place.
Winemaker's Notes
Alcohol
14.5%
Fermentation
indigenous yeast
Harvest date
Oct. 7 - Nov. 6, 2019
Sugar
24.2 Brix average
Bottling date
July 2021
Release Date
April 2023
Total acid
5.8 g/L
pH
3.72
Blend
82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot