Palate
Decadent, rich and plush, the 2017 O’Brien Estate Seduction has depth, volume, and the typical seductive character that entices the senses with initial aromas of dark chocolate, blackberries, crème de cassis, plum and spice. and flavors that build and include additional traces of espresso roast coffee, humus, and toasted oak that fill out the and complete the experience with a satisfyingly, full-bodied and strong finish.
Growing Conditions
The year began with abundant rainfall, followed by a mild Spring resulting in extended flowering with little shatter. A Labor Day weekend heatwave kicked harvest into high gear, then cool weather allowed sugar levels to return to normal. By October 8 nearly 90 percent of the 2017 grape tonnage was in when warm, fierce winds fueled an unprecedented firestorm. Napa Valley's winemakers remain committed to upholding the region's reputation for making some of the world's finest wines and early articles about the 2017 vintage describe the wines with words such as "finesse," "great complexity of flavor" and "elegant.
