SOIL SERIES
2021 APERTURE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Focusing first on the Cabernet fruit from our mineral-rich, volcanic soil sites nestled on the hillside slopes in the Alexander Valley. This vintage’s blend is uniquely crafted with delicate inclusions of Petit Verdot and Merlot, and a small hint of Malbec and Cabernet Franc showcasing intense black fruits enriched with lengthy velvety tannins.
Available in 750ml and 1.5L bottles
APPELLATION
Sonoma County
VARIETAL
Cabernet Sauvignon
BLEND
85% Cabernet Sauvignon
6% Petit Verdot
5% Merlot
3% Malbec
1% Cabernet Franc
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 18 months
55% new oak
60 and 70 gallon French oak barrels
VINEYARD
A mix of eastern hillsides that are south and southwest facing with a benchland block. Hillside Cabernet vineyard sites, all with mineral-rich volcanic soils, are always the first focus of this blend.
SOIL TYPE
Volcanic
