2022 Estate Collection Cabernet Sauvignon
2022, Mendocino County, USA
About the Wine
The second vintage of our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted predominantly from Butler Ranch, one of our Regenerative Organic Certified estate vineyards in Mendocino County. Extreme elevation and rare Red vine soils make this mountain site ideal for growing well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon with rich layers of flavour. Fruit from Blue Heron Vineyard’s single Cabernet Sauvignon block was also incorporated. This lower elevation riverside vineyard is named for the many generations of great blue herons that have nested in the vineyard’s protected oak grove. The grapes from the austere heights of Butler Ranch and the deep fertility of Blue Heron Ranch’s riverine soil work together to create a truly dynamic wine.
Tasting Notes
This wine’s vivid garnet-and-violet hue sets the stage for a richly textured Cabernet Sauvignon with great depth of character. Layered notes of black cherry, black currant and spice form a well-structured backdrop for a decadent palate of dark fruit, leather, tobacco and pencil shaving. Full-bodied with ripe tannins, this terroir-driven wine will continue to evolve for up to five years of additional cellaring.