2006 Nickel & Nickel Martin Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville
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Tasting Notes
The 2006 Martin Stelling Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of ripe, jammy fruits and an alluring sweetness. Flavors of blackberry and cassis jump from the glass, enhanced by vanilla, toast and spicy oak. This wine has great complexity and depth with a smooth, captivating texture that leaves one longing for more. The softer tannins from this vintage wrap up the flavors into a perfect package so that one can easily enjoy them now, or wait for the interesting developments of aging.
Vineyard Notes
The 100-acre Martin Stelling Vineyard is located at the base of the western hills in Oakville, and is the primary vineyard for Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon. Nickel & Nickel is fortunate to farm two acres of this vineyard. The soils are composed of deep volcanic loam with underlying clay and gravel.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2006
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Oakville
Vineyard Designation
Martin Stelling Vineyard
Harvest Date
October 25, 2006
Aging
17 months in French oak barrels (61% new, 39% once-used)
Alcohol %
14.5
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