Nose
This predominately Cabernet based wine possesses a classic nose of spring flowers, black currants, smoke and forest floor.
Palate
It is a full-bodied wine with incredibly plush texture, impeccable purity and balance with silky tannins and a long finish.
Growing Conditions
This vineyard is located on the eastern side of Saint Helena, at the base of the Mayacamas and is protected from the northern and western winds. This old river bench settles mostly large gravelly sediments and a small portion of thinner clay particles which explains why varietals such as Cabernet sauvignon, Petit verdot and Merlot were planted. This 3.5 acre estate is reminiscent of the Graves area of Bordeaux.
The wine from this vineyard displays classic profile of gravelly soils characteristics; dark and red cherry layered with spices, the wine is perfume, seductive and refined.
Soil composition: Gravelly loam Year Planted: 1999 Size: 3.5 acres Vine spacing: 3’ x 6’ Location: East of downtown St. Helena Clones: 337 for Cab; 181 for Merlot; 400 for Petit verdot Elevation: Valley floor
The 2007 vintage is considered by many as a perfect growing season with no heat waves during ripeness of the grapes. The result was intense and extremely complex flavors and amazing structure. Of the eleven vintages produced of this wine, this is clearly one of the best.
Aging
19 months in 59 gallon barrels, 75% new oak
