Heritance Cabernet Napa Valley 2015

WHY WE LIKE IT - Same winemakers as the Napa Bench using better fruit sources and make with more finesse and care.

TASTING NOTES -  On the nose, this wine has ripe dark fruit such as cherries and blackberries. Oak is well integrated with baking spice and subtle cedar notes. The medium, chewy tannins display a long flavorful finish.

PRODUCTION NOTES - The grapes are from 100% Napa Valley vineyards - all located in the core growing sites and mid-valley from key appellations:

Oakville: Bale clay loams. Clones 4,7,337,2. 18 year-old vines; Provides powerful tannins.

St. Helena: Pleasanton gravelly loams. Clone 7, 8, 337. 18 year-old vines average; Provides elegance.

Rutherford: Bale clay loams. Clones 4, 7, 337, 2. Average 18 year-old vines; Provides opulence.

Howell Mtn: Pyroclastic, volcanic soils. 15 years old on average; Provides focused fruit from lower yields.

Mt. Veeder: Sedimentary soils, with 25 year-old vines; Provides refined tannins.

The wine is aged for 18 months in 100% French Oak (60% new) which lends vanilla and roasted notes. 

PARK PLACE SOMMELIER PAIRING - Pair with roasted/grilled meats with an herbal/savory preparation, BBQ, hearty stews and sauces. Try with a Juicy Grilled Ribeye.