TECHNICAL DETAILS

The Caves

This selection of our finest three barrels of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in French oak for two years in the caves. Hewn from solid 15-million-year-old basalt which underlies our estate vineyard, the caves maintain a year-round 55-58˚F temperature and ideal 65% humidity – perfect for aging premium wines.

Vintage Block Details

Combination of two blocks: Mystifies Me and Cash & Tobacco -Mystifies Me block of Cabernet Sauvignon—This block is named for love, the greatest mystery in my life. Trained to a lyre system, the clonal selection in this block yields tiny berries that are incredibly floral-driven in their aromatics. The trellis system is worth the extra work of constant hand grooming passes. The name of this block was inspired by the song “Mystifies Me” by Son Volt.

Cash & Tobacco block of Cabernet Sauvignon—I LOVE tobacco aromatics in my Cabernet Sauvignon, and it is often present in the wine from this block. Along with Sunrise and Mystifies Me, the trellising on this block is a lyre system. This allows for high plant density, yet low shoot density with its double cordon, allowing excellent light and air flow to each cluster. The name of this block was inspired by the song “Cash & Tobacco” by Nathan Hamilton and No Deal.