"The 2019 vintage marks just the third micro-production vineyard designate from Twisted Oak—one of the first vineyards that John planted as an early champion of the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. Aromas of baked, red fruits and savory-spiced plum reveal hints of dried rose and fresh fig. A powerful and progressive mouthfeel reveals flavors of cassis, cherry cobbler, and tobacco leaf. Plump tannins bring length and breadth to the finish. Aged for 28 months in 80 percent new French oak barrels. Only 200 cases produced."

Vintage Notes: Abundant early rainfall was a welcome sight in advance of the 2019 growing season. A warm, steady summer in Napa Valley was followed by moderate conditions through harvest. The signatures of this Cabernet Sauvignon vintage were vibrancy and structure, as exemplified by this limited Twisted Oak Vineyard release.

In the Vineyard:
Year Planted: 2002
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Clone: 7 and 337
Sub Appellation: Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley
Vineyard: Twisted Oak Vineyard
Harvest Date: October 17th & October 18th, 2019

In the Cellar:
Bottling: 200 Cases Produced
Fermentation: 80% New French Oak
Coopers: 80% New French Oak (40% Baron, 20% Sylvain, 20% TQ, 10% Allary and 10% Leroi Divine)
Aged for 28 months