Winemaker Notes
A true representation of Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles, this wine expresses aromatics of rich black plum fruit, sweet fennel seed and blackberries. On the palate, the wine has smooth, elegant tannins with notes of roasted coffee bean and cocoa on the finish that complement the rich juicy blue fruit notes of black plum, blackberry, and ribbons of cassis.
Blend: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
Professional Ratings
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Tasting Panel
A robust, concentrated red with plenty of body and character plus flavors of ripe blackberry, black tea, soy sauce, and licorice. Notes of freshly tilled earth speak to the Paso Robles terroir.
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James Suckling
Blackcurrants, dried lemon and flowers with a freshness and brightness. Medium-bodied and straightforward with a savory finish.
As Paso Robles, California has soared in number of wineries and gained in popularity, Cabernet Sauvignon has firmly taken root as the region’s number one varietal. Alone, it accounts for just over 40% of plantings and is grown throughout both the western and eastern sides of the appellation. Though viticulture here dates back to the 18th century, Cabernet Sauvignon didn’t emerge as a significant grape here until the 1970’s. But since then it has definitely made up for lost time.
Legendary winemaker and consultant Andre Tchelistcheff first recognized Paso’s potential with Cabernet Sauvignon in the early 1960’s. The calcareous soil and dramatic diurnal temperature changes of Paso’s westside particularly intrigued him. Today modern winemaking techniques and focused experimentation with various clones, rootstocks and vineyard strategies optimize the region's ideal combination of soil and climate to deliver the best fruit possible.
The results are evident in the glass. Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon can be mesmerizing, with rich aromas and flavors of blackberry, cassis, black cherry, graphite, toasty oak, vanilla and spice. The structure, balance and unbridled opulence of these wines impress from first sip to last. Not surprisingly, Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignons have steadily grown in reputation, not just in the U.S., but around the world.