Winemaker Notes
A modern expression of Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon that draws more than a little inspiration from France. On the nose, sweet blackcurrant and soft earth notes invite a second sniff. The palate presents an abundance of luscious black fruit grounded in a savory backbone of earth and dried herbs. Though fully ripe, the wine maintains a wonderful natural freshness and energy with soft, structured tannins and long, dynamic finish.
A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe, its best examples showing potential to age beautifully for decades. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in Bordeaux's Medoc where it is often blended with Merlot and smaller amounts of some combination of Cabernet Franc, Malbecand Petit Verdot. In the Napa Valley, ‘Cab’ is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after “cult” wines. Somm Secret—DNA profiling in 1997 revealed that Cabernet Sauvignon was born from a spontaneous crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in 17th century southwest France.
Situated in the southeastern corner of Napa Valley in the Vaca range, the vineyards of the Coombsville AVA enjoy a long growing season mitigated by cool, San Pablo Bay fog.