Nose
Exudes brooding aromas of blackberry jam, black currant, forest floor, Anaheim chili and green olive, with an integrated spicy sweetness of oak, aromatic cedar, cinnamon, and clove. With the subtle sweet aroma of dried figs, black pepper, walnut meat, dried herbs and dark chocolate, this wine has an abundance of complex aromas and flavors.
Palate
The body is very full, coupled with dried cherry flavors that develop from start providing a long lingering finish. With great texture and mouth feel, this Cabernet is full bodied, rich and opulent. In one word....delicious.
Growing Conditions
This growing season was ideal and some would venture to say...“perfect”. With textbook conditions for spring bud break, the vines continued steady growth over the spring, flowering and fruit set. Classic weather promoted a very even set of fruit that was abundant but not over cropped. The long summer days brought a normal veraison, initiating the long ripening period that achieved our goals before the fall rains. Harvest was a winemaker’s dream.
Aging
Barrel aging, 28 months.
Appearance
Opaque dark ruby wine.
