Ranch Road
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon
, Dry Creek Valley
Sonoma County

Loaded with black currant, blueberry, plum, coco nib, and sweet tobacco on the nose.  The palate is bold, full and luxurious with layers of packed fruit flavors expressing black cherry, red cherry and plum.  The finish is long with hints of baking spice and mocha.  Leather and tobacco bolster its richness, while firm tannins provide excellent structure.  Approachable now, this single vineyard Cabernet will age gracefully for years to come!

Begs to be paired with all things grilled meat including New York strip, filet mignon and prime rib. Also enjoy with lamb or pepper crusted ahi tuna.

DRY CREEK VALLEY
An undiscovered gem for many, Dry Creek Valley has been producing some of California's finest wines for decades.  Warmer than other parts of Sonoma County, it's perfect for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon.  Ranch Road Vineyards flourish from a unique micro-climate region located at one of the highest vineyard elevations in the Dry Creek appellation. This 4th generation family tend their hillside vineyard just eight miles west of Healdsburg.

VINTAGE
The 2019 vintage was a leisurely growing season with a late summer start. This seasonal change allowed for longer standing times, even ripening and fuller fruit while preserving natural acidity.  Harvest started about a week later than average compared to prior vintages.  Mild growing conditions led to a very long season, with fruit picking lasting well into October.  This extended season allowed for picking each block of grapes at the ideal level of maturity, producing balanced, flavors with complexity and nuance.

Appellation:  Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
Varietals:  85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot aged in French Oak
Harvested:  October, 2019
Bottled:  July, 2022
pH:  3.85
Alcohol:  14.7%

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