2023 St. Helena Mountain Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml
100% Cabernet Sauvignon from our St. Helena Mountain Vineyard
Tasting Notes:
The 2023 St. Helena Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine of extraordinary depth and structure, demonstrating the same pedigree that has earned it top scores in past vintages. Its inky, impenetrable hue hints at the concentration within. This vintage is a meticulous blend of the estate's top blocks, thoughtfully aged in the highest quality French oak to showcase the unique terroir at the base of the Mayacamas.
The aroma is a captivating tapestry of dark fruit and savory spice, with dominant notes of cassis, black cherry, and fig, underscored by nuances of star anise and nutmeg. On the palate, the texture is luxurious and seamless, revealing layers of black fruit compote, with highlights of dried blackberry, crème de cassis, and a hint of espresso bean. The finish is lengthy and memorable, with well-integrated, polished tannins that promise exceptional cellar potential. This is a powerful, yet elegant wine built for the long haul.