TASTE BENCHMARKS | |||
Profile #1 Dense, Generous Style |
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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. |