Deep, rich and spicy with notes of juicy blackberry and dark cherry pie. Piquant black peppercorn and whole clove meet flavors of dark chocolate cherry and fleshy black currants, all laced together with easy tannins that are elegant, not aggressive. A Cabernet to sip, savor and share.
Interesting Facts: Harvested on September 24th at 23.3 Brix. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Monte de Oro vineyard - Clone #8. A process called delestage (rack & Return) was sused during fermentation for the purpose of stabilizing color, softening tannins, fruit quality, and wines that have a better age potential.
Alc. 15.2%
Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Aging: 38 months in 100% French oak (30% new, 20% 2 year old, and 50% neutral)
