Caldwell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Gold Caldwell Vineyard 2011 (Coombsville, Napa Valley, California) - [VM 92] [WS 90]

Notes from the Winemaker:A perfumed nose of black currant, raspberry, huckleberry, vanilla, rose petals, and cigar box. A blackberry attack leads to a full mouth of black cherry, red currant, Santa Rosa plum, loganberry, soy, and granite. Smooth, milk chocolate tannins give way to a vanilla, caramel and mocha finish.The 2011 vintage was considered the toughest vintage in decades. It was a cool growing season but mild. June rains produced shatter in late developing varieties and increased mildew pressure. Regularly alternating rain and heat spells during the ripening season produced high humidity and perfect conditions for botrytis. Fortunately, at Caldwell, we were able to utilize our full time vineyard crew, high quality standards and experience to wade through the challenges. The berry sizes were smaller with good flavor but soft skins.Wood Origin: 100% French (Troncais, Bertranges, Jupilles)Ageing: 18 months in barrelComposition: 100% Carbernet Sauvignonppellation: Napa Valley, Coom