2017 Nickel & Nickel C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon [3.0L], Rutherford

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Bottled in a breathtaking three-liter large format, this single-vineyard Cabernet engages the senses with its bright raspberry and dried herb perfume, seductive red fruit flavors and gripping tannins.

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Production Notes

This is a savory, textured wine from a ranch off the Silverado Trail in the heart of the appellation. It sings in cedar, dried herb and sage, with an inviting, earthy nose. The grippy palate develops to show smooth integration of tannin and oak, with a lasting note of tobacco leaf on the finish. —V.B.

Tasting Notes

Notes of bright cherry, raspberry and dried herbs waft from the glass with this classic Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon. The entry is bright and elegant, with seductive flavors of red fruit, tobacco leaf and baking spices coating the tongue. A delicate minerality on the palate creates a finish that lingers well after the last sip.

Vineyard Notes

C.C. Ranch is planted in Rutherford, along the slope of a knoll west of the Silverado Trail. The vineyard grows classic Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon on well-drained, gravelly loam soil and receives a variety of exposures, depending on the block and location. The vines are well balanced and the canopy is opened up to give good light exposure. Nickel & Nickel produces wine from 15 select acres of this 115-acre vineyard.

Wine Specs

Vintage

2017

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation

Rutherford

Harvest Date

September 11, 12 & 15, 2017

Aging

French oak barrels (48% new, 52% once-used)

Alcohol %

14.9

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