Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
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America / Napa Valley
Grapes come from Cakebread Cellars Estate ranches and superior family-owned vineyards located throughout Napa Valley’s finest Cabernet Sauvignon appellations. This allows the crafting of stylistically consistent and complex Cabernet marrying the lush black fruit and sturdy tannins typical of the valley’s warmer northern districts with the bright fruit and acidity characteristic of its cooler southern climates. Each lot sees a fermentation and aging regimen tailored to its unique fruit character.
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2022 vintage
Harvest Note
The 2022 season was mild and even, with summer days characterized by moderate heat and steady ripening. Drought conditions persisted across Napa Valley, which allowed vines to naturally control their vigor and yields – resulting in concentrated flavors and aromas.
Tasting Note
Rich layers of ripe blackberry and plum enhanced by hints of dark chocolate, baking spices, and toasty oak. The fruit is balanced by bright acidity and velvety tannins for a full-bodied yet refined structure.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Syrah, 1% Cabernet Franc
APPELLATION: Napa Valley
PH: 3.74
ACIDITY: .6 g/100ml
ABV: 14.5%
AGING: 17 Months In 52% New French Oak
Unique Selling Points
- From estate ranches and top vineyards in Napa’s finest AVAs renown for Cabernet
- Night-harvested and cold-soaked for two days for color, flavor and tannin extraction
- Lots see bespoke fermentation, aging regimens for utmost fruit and terroir expression
- Aged 17 months in French Oak, 52% new, for optimal elegance and complexity
“Our emphasis on fruit quality captures the expression of blackberry and black cherry in the wine.”
Cakebread Cellars Winemaker
About the Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is adaptable to various growing conditions, and is known for its low yield and late ripeness. It generally produces full-bodied wines with substantial acidity and tannins.
