2006 Elivette 375mL
2006 Elivette 375mL
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LoginAn effusive marriage of fruit and floral aromas dominate the nose of this signature release. A perfume of raspberry, cranberry and red currant meld with the more ethereal essences of violet and lavender. The purity of these aromas is amply supported by rich elements of cocoa, cassis and black tea that linger across the palate. The mouthfeel is firm but supple with refined and polished tannins, and the structure is one of balance and beauty designed for graceful maturation well into the next decade.
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Appellation: Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley – Estate Grown & Bottled
Assemblage: Cabernet Sauvignon 92%, Petit Verdot 3%, Cabernet Franc 5%
Élevage: 21 months in French oak, 85% new
Alcohol: 14.2%
Winemaker’s Comments
Winemaker’s Comments
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
The 2006 vintage began with the wettest weather recording in St. Helena’s history. Our vineyards received a whopping 70 inches of rainfall in December and January. Budbreak occurred on the late side, near the third week of April. Warm springtime temperatures allowed rapid shoot growth and helped the vines catch up. Bloom and veraison were also on the late side and confirmed a later than normal harvest. Summer temperatures mimicked 2005 with an average June and a blistering July. August and September were extremely pleasant with below normal temperatures. Heat in October was just what we needed to finally ripen the crop and make this a stellar vintage. Harvest began on September 20th and finished on November 8th.
