Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Cabernet Sauvignon71%
Merlot11%
Petit Verdot9%
Cabernet Franc8%
Malbec1%
Drinking Window age-worthy
Region Napa Valley
Maceration 17 days
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Oak Types French Oak
Production Details An already wet winter and spring were followed by late rainfall during flowering, which disrupted fruit set. Extra leaves and shoots were retained to reduce ground moisture, lateral growth was removed to open the canopy, and harvest was completed on October 25 after an early October storm delayed the final picks.
Tasting Notes
Nose: bright red fruits, herbes de provence, bay leaf, cassis, black tea, white pepper
Palate: fresh cherry, cranberry, boysenberry, dark chocolate, round tannins, creamy texture, satiny finish
Producer Information
Website
Address
1144 Oakville Cross Road, Oakville, CA 94562, USA
Phone
+1 707 944 9442
Email
Owner
Constellation Brands / Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA
Cellarmaster
Michael Silacci