• 2002 Elivette 375mL.
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2002 Elivette 375mL

2002 Elivette 375mL

$137.25
$137.25

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Our 2002 vintage Elivette is a deeply hued blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. The aromas are a heady mix of raspberries, blackberry jam and dark chocolate, with nuances of cola and dark spices. Over 22 months of aging in French oak has softened the tannins and shaped the wine into a lush and textural delight. Loaded with a concentration of jammy fruit and hints of black licorice, it is an opulent expression of our Bordeaux varieties as they come to full ripeness on the slopes of Spring Mountain. The full bodied and redolent nature of this wine begs to be enjoyed immediately, but its shape and structure describe a wine that won't reach its peak for another 5 years.

Wine Specs

Appellation: Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley – Estate Grown & Bottled
Assemblage: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc
Élevage: 80% in new French oak
Alcohol: 14.8%

Winemaker’s Comments

Additional Notes

Heavy rainfall occurred in early winter, followed by dry weather and budbreak that occurred in mid-March with bloom 60 days following. Spring saw beautiful, mild weather followed by two heat waves in July. The mountain experienced some hot nights in September, which led to concentrated ripening, making 2002 an exceptional year for winemaking.

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