DENSE & STRUCTURED. Dark chocolate & spice
aromas lead to blackberry, cherry & cocoa flavors. Dense & complex,
these flavors end in a bright, long finish of cherry, caramel, spice,
cassis & coffee. A dark, concentrated wine with balance &
structure.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
This exquisite Cabernet comes exclusively from the Ghost
Block Vineyard, in the very heart of Napa Valley. Nestled on a gently sloping
knoll on the north edge of Yountville, Ghost Block is named in honor of the
historic Pioneer Cemetery, which it borders. The vineyard is 16 acres planted entirely
to Cabernet Sauvignon. 2008 was a difficult & sporadic growing year; the
season in general was cool, with lower crop sizes. However, with diligent work
in the vineyards, the crop came out small, but of excellent quality. The
continued development & focused farming of the vineyard has led to great
vine balance and even ripening, resulting in excellent grapes. As the vineyard
matures the Ghost Block profile should continue to evolve. |