Schug 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Heritage Reserve

Schug 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Heritage Reserve

Winemaker Tasting Notes:
From 1973 to 1982, Walter Schug made some of the most memorable Cabernet Sauvignons and Bordeaux-style blends in California history while winemaker for Joseph Phelps Vineyards in the Napa Valley. His own Bordeaux blend exhibits the same finesse, intensity and ageability that have made his earlier wines unique and valuable collector’s item. This complex wine has dense color and structure and features bright aromas of violets and blueberries, with ripe fruit flavors reminiscent of cherries, chocolate and cassis. Well-integrated tannins, oak and acidity give it a rich texture and a long, elegant finish. It drinks well on release paired with rich meats and cheeses, however this wine will continue to improve with careful cellaring for up to 10 years.

Technical Notes:

Appellation:	Sonoma Valley
Blend:	81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc
Fermentation:	Up to 16 days in stainless steel rotary fermenter
Aging/Oak:	30% new French oak, 20% new American oak, 50% aged in 1 to 3 year old French and American oak barrels
Alcohol	14.0%
Acidity:	TA= 0.65 g/100ml; pH= 3.65
Release:	April 1, 2006
Production:	243 cases