2022 Brandlin Estate Cuvée, Red Wine

Our 2022 Estate Cuvée is a refined blend of four Bordeaux varieties from our mountain vineyards. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc provide a rich backbone of dark fruit and sweet spice, with aromas of fig jam, black plum, and brown sugar, accented by wild raspberries, cedar, and dried sage. The palate is framed by silky tannins, delivering lush cherry and brambleberry flavors, with hints of blueberry compote, orange peel, and white pepper from the Malbec and Petit Verdot. This balanced and captivating wine culminates in a lingering, memorable finish.

HARVEST

Date: September 9 – September 29, 2022

AGING

Fermentation: 18 days

Barrel Aging: 20 months in French oak barrels (35% new)

WINE

Blend: 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc, 18% Petit Verdot, 12% Malbec

Alcohol: 14.5%

Acid: 5.6 g/l

pH 3.78

SOURCE

Napa Valley, Mount Veeder