• 2016 Elivette 1.5L.
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2016 Elivette 1.5L

2016 Elivette 1.5L

$418.00
$418.00
The 2016 vintage in Napa Valley was extraordinary and it shows in our 2016 Elivette. A moderate summer and slightly longer growing season brought out the intense aromas of this classically styled Napa wine. On the palate, it opens rich and round but finishes focused and polished. A perfect example of the classic tannin profile of our select vineyard blocks that compose Elivette.

Wine Specs

Appellation: Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley – Estate Grown & Bottled
Assemblage: Cabernet Sauvignon 61%, Cabernet Franc 18%, Petit Verdot 9%, Malbec 6%, Merlot 6%
Élevage: 20 months in new French oak

Winemaker’s Comments

The aroma profile is dominated by bright fresh fruits, beginning with wild berries and tart rhubarb but finishing in darker tones of plum and blueberries. The fruit mingles with cracked pepper, sage, and hints of integrated oak. Licorice and espresso show themselves on the long lingering finish. As always, this wine will age beautifully for the next 10-15+ years.

Additional Notes

The 2016 vintage at Spring Mountain Vineyard is one of the best of the decade. Ideal conditions during flowering led to a balanced, healthy crop. The growing season progressed almost perfectly with mild summer days that built towards a warmer September and October, allowing for perfect ripening. We were able to carefully plan pick dates that were not forced by any severe weather incidents or conditions. The resulting wines highlight the balance in nuance, power, and depth that can occur in great vintages. The 2016 wines have an exceptional purity of fruit with elegance, finesse and complexity.

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