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Lagomarsino Vineyard
93 Points | Jeb Dunnuck
91 Points | North Coast Wine Challenge
Best of Class | Sonoma Harvest Fair
Tasting Notes
Leading with a robust nose of dark plum, espresso and cocoa nib, this opulent Cabernet Sauvignon evolves with earthy undertones of sandalwood and leather. A succulent chocolate cordial-like quality greats the front of the palate as waves of boysenberry, licorice, tobacco, and fresh thyme create a full and textured mouthfeel. Soft, yet defined tannins amplify the richest fruit qualities creating a long and elegant finish.
Vintage Notes
2018 provided an ideal climate allowing time for the grapes to ripen to their optimum flavor structure. The year presented a fairly mild growing season with few heat spikes, inspiring winemakers to push harvest back a few weeks. This longer time on the vine was great for grapes and the mild temperatures kept the fruit from over-ripening. More than an inch of rain fell in early October in many locations, but there was little impact on the quality of the fruit. 2018 could be remembered as one of the longest and most desirable seasons in years, producing exceptional quality grapes throughout Sonoma County.
Vineyard Notes
The Cabernet Sauvignon fruit for this lush red wine comes from our Certified Sustainable Estate Lagomarsino Vineyard in Russian River Valley. This scenic vineyard, just south of the town of Healdsburg, ascends into the foothills providing warm, sunny days above the fog line, ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon. The long growing season of Russian River Valley allows full ripeness, but with less aggressive tannins than in warmer regions.
Winemaker Notes
All grapes are gently de-stemmed before cold-soaking for two days to extract optimal color and flavor. the fruit is fermented in separate lots, allowing each lot to be individually and distinctly crafted before being aged in French oak barrels, 42% new. The wine is kept 20 months in barrel before final blending.
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Accolades
93 Points & Gold Medal | North Coast Wine Competition
91 Points | Tasting Panel Magazine
91 Points & Gold Medal | Sommelier's Choice
Accolades
94 Points | Harvest Challenge | Nov 2018
91 Points | Wine Advocate | Dec 2019
Double Gold Medal | Harvest Challenge | Nov 2018
Gold Medal | San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition | Jan 2019
Best of Class | Harvest Challenge | Nov 2018
Accolades
93 Points & Gold Medal | Harvest Challenge
90 Points | Press Democrat North Coast Challenge | July 2020
Gold Medal | Press Democrat North Coast Challenge | July 2020
Accolades
96 Points, Double Gold | North Coast Wine Challenge
91 Points | Jeb Dunnuck
Accolades
94 Points | Jeb Dunnuk | Apr 2018
92 Points | Wine & Spirits Magazine | Nov 2018
Gold Medal | Sonoma County Harvest Fair | Sept 2018
Gold Medal | San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition | Jan 2018
90+ Points | Wine Advocate| Aug 2018