Nose

This special blend mesmerizes the nose with a blend of blackberry and cassis aromas
supported by undertones of green olive, fresh-ground coffee and leather. T

Palate

he wine boldly greets the palate with bright,
ripe black cherry and black raspberry fruits that gradually give way to hints of earthy bramble, baker’s cocoa and sweet
cinnamon toast. The intense flavors endure amid silky tannins through the lengthy, toffee-caramel finish.

Growing Conditions

The 2008 vintage was extremely variable, opening with an intense frost that resulted in limited fruit set,
then proceeding to be one of the driest seasons on record which reduced berry weight further. A long, cool summer
allowed flavors to develop fully before a heat wave encouraged prompt picking.

The fruit for our 2008 Cave 7 Cabernet Sauvignon was specially chosen from a collection of our favorite vineyards across
our 200 acres of estate property. The majority of this vintage’s grapes were sourced from our select blocks in Rutherford
as well as the winery’s home Stags Leap District vineyard.

Harvest

The small but flavorful clusters were
night-harvested mid September through early October

Winemaking

The fruit underwent our rigorous sorting process prior to being
destemmed into tank. 6 days of extended maceration.

Aging

The wine aged 17 months in 30% new French oak barrels
before bottling in May 2010.

Appearance

Displaying a dense garnet-black hue.

Food Pairing

Full-bodied and complex while still elegant, this bottling of our distinctive Cave 7 Cabernet would be best showcased
alongside ample, meaty dishes. Try pairing it with pan-roasted veal chops and seasonal sautéed vegetables. Zamorano,
a six-month aged sheep’s milk cheese from Spain, would prove an extraordinary and delightful companion for this
bottling as well.