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2017 DIAMOND MOUNTAIN DISTRICT, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

A single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the volcanic soils of the hillside vineyards surrounding the Castello in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. The firm structure is backed by layers of blackcurrant, ripe cherry, cassis and cedar. Meant for cellaring up to 10 years.

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ACCOLADES

• Wine Enthusiast Magazine (93 Points)

"This polished and beautifully concentrated wine offers light wood smoke, cardamom and deep blueberry aromas followed by dark chocolate, black plum and a hint of espresso. Firm, fine-grained tannins interlace with the black fruits for a good grip on the palate. Best from 2028." - Jim Gordon

Featured Recipes:

♦ Flat Iron Steak with Cocoa Nibs and Coffee Rub
♦ Salisbury steak with fingerling potato hash

1 Review(s)

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Wine Specs

Vintage

2017

Varietal

86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 1% Petite Verdot

Appellation

Diamond Mountain District, Napa Valley

Harvest Date

October 4, 2017

Acid

5.9 g/L

3.70

Aging

20 months in Bordeaux French oak, 65% new oak

Bottling Date

June 21, 2019

Residual Sugar

DRY

Alcohol %

14.7

Wine Enthusiast

Wine Profile

Tasting Notes

The volcanic soils of this hillside vineyard give this Cabernet Sauvignon a firm structure, with intense notes of blackcurrant, cassis and green olive. Bold yet with a supple texture and balanced tannins, this wine shows layers of ripe cherry, juicy berry flavors and cedar.

Ratings

• 93 Points, Wine Enthusiast Magazine "This polished and beautifully concentrated wine offers light wood smoke, cardamom and deep blueberry aromas followed by dark chocolate, black plum and a hint of espresso. Firm, fine-grained tannins interlace with the black fruits for a good grip on the palate. Best from 2028." - Jim Gordon

Vineyard Notes

Diamond Mountain District is one of the northern-most growing regions in Napa Valley, and is home to Castello di Amorosa. The volcanic soils and sloped landscape characteristic of the mountain limit grapevine growth leading to an especially concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon.

Winemaker Notes

Winter provided a record-breaking rainfall, a welcome end to the 4 years of drought. Bloom and fruit set in May occured under ideal conditions. Summer was warm but the vines weathered the heat well and maturity moved along at a steady pace. The 2017 wine quality shows a lot of sweet fruit flavors and firm tannin structure in the reds. Looking like it will be another classic year! - Brooks Painter, Director of Winemaking

Food Pairing Notes

Excellent to pair with steak with cocoa and coffee rub, chicken mole, hearty mushroom dishes or grilled meats.

Product Reviews

David Marcucci

(Jan 25, 2023 at 6:52 PM)

Bold. Cherry Tobacco leather and a peppery finish.