Our pride and joy, crafted with passion and dedication, this blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Sangiovese is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Grown with meticulous care on our estate since 1998, these dry-farmed vines have flourished thanks to Sherman and Kevin. From winter pruning to the crucial decision of harvest timing in the fall, Kevin's meticulous attention ensures the grapes reach their peak potential. Once they arrive at the winery, Lukas takes the reins, delicately guiding the transformation from vine to bottle. Each vintage from this vineyard is a unique expression of the season, capturing the essence of its terroir and climate. With every bottle, you experience a one-of-a-kind journey—so savor it while you can, because no two vintages will ever be the same!
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Vintage
2020
Varietal
Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
Appellation
Templeton Gap District
Vineyard Designation
Carly's Vineyard
Harvest Date
September 2020
Sugar
24.6
Aging
Aged for 30 months in 20% new French oak barrels; Bottled unfiltered
Fermentation
native
Bottling Date
June 2023
Residual Sugar
0
Alcohol %
13.5
Awards
97 pts, Platinum, Best Super Tuscan, Winemaker's Challenge International Wine Competition
94 pts, Platinum, Best Super Tuscan, Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
93 pts, Gold, Best of Class, LA Invitational Wine Challenge
93 pts, Gold, Toast of the Coast Wine Competition
91 pts, Gold, Sunset International Wine Competition
Vineyard Notes
Planted in 1998, our Estate vineyard, “Carly’s Vineyard” is own rooted, dry farmed, head trained two acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and two acres of Sangiovese. Planted in Lockwood/Series (Fine loamy) soils with large Salinas river cobblestone rock naturally in the rows and in between each vine.