Elizabeth Spencer 2019 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

Description

WINEMAKER NOTES:

Our Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, from the highly sought-after Rutherford Bench were hand-picked and hand-sorted, lightly macerated, and then given a long, cold soak to extract color and flavor from the skins. Fermentation was allowed to begin with native yeasts and once complete, the wine was further macerated on the skins to increase color and flavor extraction. The 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine aged for 24 months in a selection of French oak barrels before being bottled, on lees for added structure and softening.

TASTING NOTES:

New to our portfolio, this wine displays a rich, dark garnet hue in the glass. Aromas of classic cassis, fennel pollen, tobacco and violets are enhanced by a dusty tannin typical of Rutherford. The palate expresses notes of dark, ripe fruits on the entry and finishes with an elegant structure, integrated acidity, and a lingering finish.

VARIETALS:

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

APPELLATION:

Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA

PRODUCTION:

40 barrels