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Wine Profile

Production Notes

Varietal Composition: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec

Winemaker Notes

Beautifully rich, dark and distinctive, this single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon offers a captivating bouquet of blackberry and huckleberry, with intriguing layers of wild mountain fruit and artisanal maraschino cherry that add depth. The wine unfolds with vibrant flavor and a texture that is both decadent and refined, supported by mineral undertones of wet rock, slate and nuances of black tea. Fine-grained tannins lead the way to a luxurious finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Production

Beginning with an April snowstorm that delayed budbreak but caused no significant damage, the 2022 vintage was marked by its cool nature. While a cold, wet spring helped to saturate the soils, it also delayed flowering until mid-June. Midsummer was mild and temperate, with temperatures finally raising above 90º F in late June, and only 7 days over 100º F throughout summer. As harvest approached, we benefitted from a perfect stretch of warm, dry weather in the high-70s and low-80s. We began harvesting our Syrah on October 10th and concluded with Cabernet Sauvignon on October 25th. The resulting wines show dynamic depth and complexity, supple tannins and lush, varietal flavors.