2004 Cabernet Sauvignon,
Napa Valley

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Vintage Notes: Following wet February weather, warm March temperatures forced early budbreak, and unusually dry spring conditions, plus a brief heat spike at the end of April, hastened flowering and kept vine vigor under control. Summer was moderate until picking time, when a brief hot spell jump-started what had been a gradual, if early, beginning to the harvest.

Winemaking Notes: Seventeen months of barrel age in 25% new oak, of which 89% was French and 11% was American. Overall blend 90% French oak, 10% American.  Average 23 days of maceration.

Tasting Notes: Ripe jammy fruit and cola aromas with hints of dried herbs. Medium to full body with cherry, raspberry and mineral flavors. Lively acidity leads to a fruity and persistent finish.

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Analysis:  Alcohol, 14.4%; titratable acidity, 5.65 grams per liter; pH, 3.72.
Harvest Date: September 1 to October 7
Varietal Composition:
92 percent Cabernet Sauvignon
3 percent Merlot
3 percent Petite Verdot
2 percent Cabernet Franc
Appellation: Napa Valley
Vineyards:
37 percent Stags Leap District Vineyard
31 percent Mt. George Vineyard
1 percent Haystack Vineyard
31 percent selected Napa Valley vineyard
Release Date: May 2007

Suggested Retail Price: $43.00

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