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Cabernet Sauvignon Bengier Vineyard

VARIETAL
Cabernet Sauvignon

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VINEYARD: Bengier (formerly Vare Vineyard, named after George Vare who famously brought Ribolla Gialla to Napa Valley). This certified organic vineyard is located in the cool and foggy southern part of the Napa Valley in the mouth of Dry Creek canyon, right next to the creek. The gravelly soil lends itself to very small clusters and grapes. Steve Matthiasson started overseeing the vineyard in 2002, helping to further propagate the vines. Gary and Cynthia Bengier purchased the the vineyard in 2014 from Elsa Vare after George passed away.

VINIFICATION: One hundred percent de-stemmed. Twice-a-day pump-overs. Extended maceration until the wine reached 12 brix, after which time is shortened to keep the seed tannins minimal. Eighteen months elevage in once-used Tonnellerie Darnajou and Ermitage barrels.