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CASK Cabernet Sauvignon

Captain Niebaum’s curiosity and exploratory nature played a key role with introducing Cabernet Sauvignon to Napa Valley. Over time, the varietal has evolved, letting us enjoy a single vintage for years.

CASK Cabernet Sauvignon honors the varietal with a wine made of 100% Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French and American Oak barrels. As a tribute to the wooden casks that have aged Napa’s greatest Cabernets for over a century, our CASK Cabernet Sauvignon features an oak veneer label resembling the historic vessels.

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Product Details by Vintage


Year

2020

Alcohol %

14.2%

Appelation

Rutherford, Napa Valley

Vineyards

Boardwalk, Middle Garden, Lower Cask, Chateau N1, Walnut

Blend

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Barrel Regimen

18 Months - 15% New French Oak, 10% New American Oak, 75% Neutral Oak

Tasting Notes

Displaying its deep ruby color, this wine leads with plum-blueberry compote with notes of Sencha tea and vanilla. The wine evolves gradually in the glass to reveal subtle hints of tobacco leaf. Introduction to the palate is dynamic, inviting the exploration of ripe, round tannins that create a structure that is generous yet balanced in design. The wine concludes with a very fresh, long, and aromatic finish.

Vintage Notes

A welcomed rainfall just before bloom set the stage for excellent fruit set for a small 2020 crop. Strong canopy growth offered the fruit protection from the short spells of summer heat as the season progressed toward an early and brief harvest. All fruit was harvested by hand in just under two weeks, commencing September 12th and ending on September 25th.

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Year

2021

Alcohol %

14.8%

Appelation

Rutherford, Napa Valley

Vineyards

Boardwalk, Middle Garden, Lower Cask, Chateau N1, Walnut

Blend

93%, 7% Petit Verdot

Barrel Regimen

18 Months - 25% New French Oak, 75% Neutral French Oak

Tasting Notes

This powerful wine boasts a deep, rich color that foreshadows its complex and captivating flavor profile. Layers of nuanced taste unfold, featuring distinct notes of red currant, blackberry, and blueberry. The wine’s structure is impressive, showcasing a remarkable balance that seamlessly combines rounded textures with a well-defined framework. This harmonious interplay between strength and finesse makes for a truly refined and satisfying tasting experience.

Vintage Notes

Welcomed rainfall in January and March nourished the soil for healthy bud break. Warmer May temperatures advanced bloom, leading to exceptional Summer growing conditions. Small canopies aided slow and steady sugar accumulation, resulting in a modest yield of exquisite quality. All fruit was hand-harvested over a 30 day period commencing September 6th.

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