Palate
The rich luscious fruit of the Syrah (14%) combines with the supple tannins and
elegant structure of the Cabernet Sauvignon (86%) to produce a wine with
exceptional fruit on both the nose and palate. Generally Clone 6 Cabernet is aged
for up to 18 months prior to release – the addition of the Syrah softens the
Cabernet tannins, allowing the Cabernet to be enjoyed sooner. As the wine ages,
the influence of the Syrah is surpassed by the Cabernet, and the wine acquires the
dusty, cedary characters one associates with mature Rutherford Cabernet. The
resulting wine has a beautiful balance between fruit, oak, tannins and acidity with
an elegant finish.
Aging
18 months in 92% French Oak, 86% new
