The deep crimson color is the first indication of the wine's depth. Our 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits aromas of blackberries, lingonberries, cassis and a hint of violets. Vanilla and freshly caramelized sugar notes from oak aging balance and frame the fruit flavors. Oak aging additionally adds breadth on the palate. Our 2009 displays a weight and depth unlike previous vintages. It is a direct reflection of the greatness of the vintage. Napa flavors show through with red raspberries and quintessential Oakville dark cherries. The tannins are sandy and fine. As a group of us sit around and discuss this wine, someone describes it as a bit more feminine, another person as perhaps a "metro" wine. Alex reflects that the wine "has no holes" and has critical length. It is a deep, brooding wine with weight fruity and style that opens up into a classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

 

The soul of Cabernet Sauvignon, many believe, lies in Napa Valley. Wines from these grapes taste richer, fuller and have legendary regional characteristics such as cherry or dusty nuances. Is it the weather, the soil, the sun, we aren't sure. -Winery