Nose

The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard
is true to site with powerful aromatics of black fruit and currant made ever more intriguing by purple
florals, cacao, and graphite.

Palate

On the palate a savory note of sage layers with black cherry and ripe
blueberry, buttressed by smooth, supple tannins. The mouthfeel and finish are characterized by an
exquisite tension, and long-lasting textural hedonism.

Growing Conditions

A classic vintage with few seasonal extremes, set the stage for superior quality. An excellent bloom and
set period were followed by a warm summer, lacking any significant heat spikes. Even ripening gave
way to a marginally early harvest of up to a week; concluding with the last of the cabernet sauvignon
being picked on October 22nd. The resulting wines boast site specificity, depth, and distinction.

Harvest

Hand-harvested at night, sheers only.

Bottling

Bottled unfined and unfiltered; June, 2016.

Winemaking

 Fermented in small, closed-top stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts
 6-day cold soak, 31 day total maceration
 Gentle pumpovers and délestage
 Spontaneous malolactic fermentation in barre

Aging

Aged 20 months in French oak barrels; 100% new.

Coopers: Baron, Darnajou, Radoux, Taransaud

Appearance

Almandine garnet in the glass.

Food Pairing

Fit for a wide range of epicurean delights, such
as grilled beef tenderloin, rosemary-rubbed rack of lamb, or a sumptuous venison stew. Serve at 50°-
55° F.