Napa Cellars Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 20-21, 2017
Acid
T.A.: 0.58 g / 100ml
pH
3.64
Aging
27 months, 100% French oak
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The Napa Cellars 2017 Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon showcases a deep,
purple hue and boasts bright aromas of blackcurrant, dark berry and plum with notes
of oolong tea, clove, violets and hints of toast. This wine has an inviting palate of
blackberry, toffee, vanilla and notes of graphite and cedar with dense structure and
assertive tannins. For the perfect pairing, serve with beef stew topped with thyme or,
for dessert, Brie cheese drizzled with honeycomb.
Vineyard Notes
The grapes for the 2017 Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon come mostly from
the Saint Helena appellation. Vineyards here offer level sites with deep, loamy soils,
good sun exposure and excellent air circulation—the ideal location for producing
classic Napa Valley Cabernet. The rest of the blend comes from carefully selected
vineyards in the Oak Knoll region providing warm dark fruit characters and attractive
tannin structure.
Production Notes
After harvesting the grapes in the early morning hours, grapes underwent a 13 to 20
day maceration period and were fermented using the Délestage method. This process
allows the winemaker to extract copious amounts of color and flavor from the skins,
while avoiding excessive extraction of bitter and astringent flavors. The lots were then
aged in 100% French oak (57% new) for 27 months.
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