SOIL SERIES
2022 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 Malbec, and a small hint of Merlot showcasing intense black fruits enriched with lengthy velvety tannins.
“It unfurls dramatically on the nose, red and black cherry preserves giving way to lilac, tobacco, cast iron and new oak spices. The medium-bodied palate is bursting with perfumed fruit. It’s structured by dusty tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, nuanced finish.” 94 pts – Erin Brooks, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
96 pts – International Wine Report
Available in 750ml and 1.5L bottles
APPELLATION
Sonoma County
VARIETAL
Cabernet Sauvignon
BLEND
93% Cabernet Sauvignon
4% Petit Verdot
2% Malbec
1% Merlot
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 18 months
55% new oak
59 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