Nose
The compelling nose is a mix of mulberry and currant mingled with dried leaves and earth.
Palate
On the palate, the wine offers a mix of sweet, velvety fruit and dark chocolate. This alluring wine boasts plenty of grip with live tannin structure and a long, beautiful finish.
Growing Conditions
Seavey's sixth estate-produced Cabernet, the 1995, was made from grapes that came from vines planted in several different locations of the south-facing hillside vineyard. Weather extremes marked this vintage including winter floods, spring rains, and a June hailstorm. The growing season began late due to a cold and wet spring. The hot summer decreased berry size, but then a moderate Indian Summer permitted extended hang time leading to rich flavors and deep color. Harvest occurred during the first two weeks of October.
Bottling
June 13, 1997
Winemaking
Winemaking style followed classic Bordeaux methods. Harvested at 23.5 degrees Brix, the juice remained in contact with the skins for an average of 25 days.
Aging
100% French Oak (50% new)
