SITE SERIES
2021 APERTURE SJ RANCH VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON
This small-production offering showcases generous aromas of raspberry jam, dark plum, rose petals, sagebrush, and cigar box, the 2021 SJ Ranch demonstrates bold, rich fruit highlighted with delicate floral qualities. The fruit hails exclusively from SJ Ranch Vineyard, a 7.9-acre parcel at the top of Chalk Hill, directly adjacent to the legendary Verité vineyards on Thomas Road in Alexander Valley.
Available in 750ml and 1.5L magnum formats
“Displaying an inky purple/black color, the nose is ripe and potent with aromas of blackcurrant, sappy pine, menthol, and lavender oil. Full-bodied, with a weightless feel, it’s the most refined of these wines, with fantastic freshness tying it together, as well as velvety tannins and a long, great finish. It has more tannin, but it’s going to be one of the longest-lived wines in the range. This is next level. Drink over the coming years.”
99 pts – Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck
APPELLATION
Alexander Valley
VARIETAL
Cabernet Sauvignon
BLEND
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 22 months
90% new oak
60 gallon French oak barrels
UNFINED, UNFILTERED AND UN-ACIDIFIED
VINEYARD
SJ Ranch Vineyard is a 7.9-acre parcel at the top of Chalk Hill, directly adjacent to the legendary Verité vineyards on Thomas Road.
SOIL TYPE
Volcanic Loam Soils
