Wine
This 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon heralds from our estate vineyards in Santa Barbara County, where a combination of cool coastal mornings and warm afternoons is optimal for the cultivation of ripe, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. Bright aromas of clove and cassis anticipate ripe flavors of black cherry and plum. This wine was aged in small French oak barrels for added structure and complexity. Small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc were added for flavor.

Appellation
Viticulture in Santa Barbara County’s Santa Ynez Valley benefits form the unique east-to-west orientation of the surrounding mountain ranges. These transverse ranges open to the Pacific Ocean at their westward extreme, inviting a cooling maritime influence that extends the growing season and encourages the development of exquisitely balanced and flavorful grapes.

Soils
Our estate soils range from sand to gravelly loam with robust subsoils. Such well-draining soils are optimal for winegrowing, forcing vines with roots deep into ground and ultimately generating concentrated varitiel flavors

Wine
Our 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon hails from Paso Robles in San Luis Obispo County and Hames Valley in southern Monterey County, two coastal appellations whos warm growing season are optimal for the ripe, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon.

Vintage
The 2000 growing season began with a normal bud break and consistant spring weather, including warm sunny days for a healthy bloom and set. An early heat wave inaugerated a warm summer, but cool temperatures prevailed during harvest for steady ripening and flavor development.

Tasting Notes
Our 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon features robust flavors of blackberry and dark cherry that merge with accents of vanilla and spice, all unfolding into a rich lingering finish.