Vineyard Notes
Originally planted in 1868 by Hamilton Crabb, the To Kalon vineyard has produced some of the Napa Valley’s best Cabernet Sauvignon ever since gaining legendary status as one of America’s first-growth vineyards. To Kalon, Ancient Greek for “the highest beauty,” sits on prime Oakville bench land where well-drained, gravelly soils combine with optimal sun exposure to yield rich, complex flavors and impeccable fruit maturity.
Winemaking Notes
The power of this heritage vineyard lies in its distinct nose with classic To Kalon aromas of clay loam, wet earth and mint. Additional elevated aromatics feature blueberry jam, rhubarb compote, cassis and sweet tobacco. On the palate, the wine is both precise and dense, with soy, menthol, raspberry cordial and black raspberry jam notes. A powerful wine from start to finish, with powdery, chalky tannins and an impressively long finish.
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- Vintage
- 2016
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vineyard
- To Kalon
- Appellation
- Oakville, Napa Valley
- Blend
- 88% Cabernet Sauvignon. 12% Cabernet Franc
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Fermentation & Aging
- 95% stainless steel, 5% barrel fermented. Aged 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels