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Lagomarsino Vineyard
Tasting Notes
The aromas of this estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon are robust and inviting, with dark plum, espresso, pastry, cassis, and dark fudge leading the way. Earthy undertones of sandalwood and leather emerge as the wine opens up. On the palate, a succulent chocolate cordial-like quality greets the front of the mouth, followed by waves of boysenberry, licorice, and Earl Grey tea. The wine has a full, textured mouthfeel with firm, defined tannins that amplify its most decadent fruit qualities. The finish is long and elegant.
Vintage Notes
The 2024 growing season started off quite wet and cold, giving the vines an extended dormant period. Bud break occurred as spring began, followed closely by a brief bloom period. Early summer brought a mix of warm and hot days, but nights remained cool, allowing the vines time to recoup. Vintage 2024 was a tale of two harvests: our Sauvignon Blanc was harvested on August 31st—two and a half weeks earlier than in 2023—marking the start of an early pick season that also included Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel through early September. The Bordeaux varieties followed, mostly harvested in mid-September, with our final truck of Cabernet Sauvignon arriving on October 11th.
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 the 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, 55% new. The wine is kept 15 months in barrel before final blending.
