Sapid 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon, Dorcich Vineyards

Winemaker's Notes:
Winemaking for the Dorcich Vineyard Cabernet overlooked no detail. All fruit was hand-harvested and immediately transported to the winery while still cool, then hand-sorted before being gently pressed. Using only American oak barrels that were used in one prior vintage (50% one year old, 50% two year old), we were able to give the wine a balanced oak impression, without striping the wine of its savory fruit flavor.

Tasting Notes:
This fruit forward Cabernet has subtle complexity. The aroma is what one might expect is a great Cabernet. Cherry and berries bring a pleasant mid-mouth flavor finishing with a rich, balanced, soft texture supported by a backbone of tannin. The Cabernet has a great long, velvet finish.

Technical Notes:

Acidity:	.65
Alcohol:	14.25%
Appellation:	Santa Clara Valley
Bottling Date:	July 01, 2006
Months in Barrel:	15 months
Varietal:	90% Cabernet, 10% Merlot
Year	2004