2006 Estate Cabernet

Our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon comes from three distinct blocks composed of three soil types: volcanic-ash tufa, ryolitic volcanic soils, and iron rich alluvials. Because of these rocky volcanic soils, the vines produce intensely colored fruit with dark fruit flavors.

Saturated ruby color with a tinge of purple, the wine reveals a gorgeous bouquet of violets, lavender, blackcurrant, and black cherry. The oak aging adds nuances of cedar, tobacco, sweet vanilla and minerality. This wine’s vibrant flavors and aromas with soft, round tannins make it approachable now.

Clusters were destemmed and cold soaked for 48 hours before going through fermentation. The wine was aged in 100% French Oak for 19 months.

Grilled herb encrusted lamb loin with potatoes cassulet is an ideal match for this luscious mountainside Cabernet. For something a bit different, try a soy-molasses glaze with your lamb. After dinner, chocolate fondue with wine-soaked black cherries makes a beautifully delicious dessert pairing.

Cases produced: 100

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