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The 2005 vintage is being considered by many the “vintage of the decade. Calistoga had over 50 inches of rain in 2005 and the ground remained saturated well into summer, which helped control berry size. As summer proceeded we had our usual 100 degree days but the nights remained cool so the vines could rest. Before we knew the Cabernet Sauvignon was ready to pick and by late September the leaves were changing and fruit was ready. Our 2005 unfiltered Estate Cabernet Sauvignon fills the glass with dark currants and rum raisin with just a hint of French vanilla. The palate is loaded with black sour cherry flavors and hints of ripe plum that are woven around the soft tannins. We feel that the 2005 is one of the best wines we have made.
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Our 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon delivers enticing
aromas of cola and cherry before revealing dark, rich
berries, cassis, and black cherries, which is typical of
fruit grown on our Estate. Well seasoned for 24 months
in new and used French oak, the tannins have a delightfully velvet-like texture, partly because of the barrel aging
but also from the incredible ripeness achieved this vintage.
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The 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon is an opaque full-bodied wine that shows rich aromas of black sour cherry with hints of sweet vanilla that is a direct reflection of French oak barrels. The palate is loaded with up front flavors of black currents and sweet jam, the finish is lengthy with long luxurious tannins.
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