1995 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
1995 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
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Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Appellation: Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley – Estate Grown & Bottled
Assemblage: Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Élevage: 22 months in new French oak
Winemaker’s Comments
Winemaker’s Comments
Shows good color of deep garnet. Herbal, mint aromatics accent classic cassis and black currant aromas. A rich earthy note is enhanced by a warm bouquet of leather and cigar box. Opens with a bright attack, accenting the black currant fruit with a hint of licorice. Medium-bodied with good structure, the wine is more elegant than plush, a definite Bordeaux styling that favors grace over weight. The finish elongates with notes of coffee and dry cocoa. The wine will benefit from an hour in the decanter before serving.
Vineyard: Chevalier 65%, Miravalle 35%
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Extreme weather patterns punctuated the growing season. Veraison was blessed by moderately warm days and cool evenings, which provided extended hang time. The wines have great structure and surprising depth.