BLUE BOOK TASTE PROFILE

Appellation: Livermore Valley
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon


TASTE BENCHMARKS
  Profile #1
Dense, Generous Style
Appearance Medium-dark garnet.
Aroma Dense cherry, orange, pomegranite and cranberry. Herbal elements include sage, oregano, cilantro, nettle.
Flavor Dense, feminine tannins support boysenberry and plum, orange and even lemon citrus, set against marmite, cocoa and oak elements.
Balance Moderate acidity. Lush, dense wines with terrific grace and charm.
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS
Terroir The best Cabs are grown in the sheltered south east pocket of the Valley floor and on the hillsides.