2022 GOLD Cabernet Sauvignon

Both decadent and surprisingly mineral driven, this gorgeous Cab resonates and expands like it’s in an echo chamber of flavor. Supercharged, blueberry-toned aromatics lead the way to a mouthful of pure, dark black cherry notes that mingle with nuances of mint, sage and joyfully sweet oak spice and vanilla – all of which linger for many minutes in the finish. Fine, chewy, and perfectly integrated tannins make this big, badass red approachable upon release, but offer plenty of staying power to reward you for patience in the cellar. The secret sauce for this wine was the addition of a healthy dose from John’s favorite barrel of clone 341 Cabernet from the 2023 vintage which provides a lingering salinity and mind-blowing level of sophistication.  

This wine is an honest to god testament to the power and resilience of Coombsville’s southern latitude to grow exceptional Bordeaux grapes even in a warm vintage, and the incredible depth of flavor that can be achieved in a vintage more suited to Hades than Napa, thanks to the incredible marine influence we receive from the San Pablo Bay. This particular block of Cabernet was like a Brazilian sunbathing beauty, who not only gained depth of color but an ethereal quality from the ocean breezes, even on the hottest days. 

Vines: Caldwell Vineyard blocks 18, 16, 15, and 17
Varietals:  100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drink Up:  2025 to 2042
Made: 216 cases