2006 Mountain Cuvee
A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvigon, Merlot and Petit Verdot.
Fragrant aromas of anise, coriander and warm cherry compote. Dense flavors of raspberry and red cherry laced with notes of orange pekoe and ultra dark chocolate lead to a long, chewy finish. A lush, fruit-forward wine intended to be enjoyed within five years of vintage.
| Vintage: | 2005 |
| Wine Type: | Medium Red Wine |
| Varietal: | Cuvee |
| Appellation: | Sonoma Valley |
| Harvest Date: | Fall 2006 |
| PH: | 3.64 |
| Bottling Date: | August 2008 |
| Alcohol %: | 14.7% |
Fragrant aromas of anise, coriander and warm cherry compote. Dense flavors of raspberry and red cherry laced with notes of orange pekoe and ultra dark chocolate lead to a long, chewy finish. A lush, fruit-forward wine intended to be enjoyed within five years of vintage.
Steep hillside blocks with rocky, shallow soils of rhyolitic volcanic ash and alluvial wash are planted predominantly to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with small plantings of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Pervasive maritime breezes and long daylight exposure allow for slow, even ripening, resulting in deep color, intense flavor concentration and elegant balance in the wines.
Blend: 70% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Petit Verdot
The wine was aged for 14 months in predominantly French oak; minimal use of American and Hungarian oak barrels added coconut and spice nuances.
6,327 cases produced
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