2017 Nickel & Nickel Copper Streak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District
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Although no two vintages are ever alike, year after year we see three common traits in this dynamite Stags Leap District Cabernet: pure fruit, velvet texture and powerhouse tannins.
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Tasting Notes
Aromas of bright plum are accented by subtle earthy and herbaceous notes. Rich with palate-filling depth on entry, robust, chewy tannins frame the beautiful dark fruit, while notes of violet and cassis are complemented by hints of mineral and earth. The mid-palate is textured and full, with the natural acidity and rich texture characteristic of Stags Leap District wines.
Vineyard Notes
Copper Streak Vineyard is located in a protected hollow at the base of the palisades in Stags Leap District. The soils are composed of Perkins gravelly loam mixed with red, copper-like streaks, which is how the vineyard got its name. The vines receive a western exposure and are of moderate size, yielding loose clusters with small berries. The climate in Stags Leap is very warm. Mid-afternoon breezes, however, sweep in to cool things down, allowing for excellent ripening. We produce wine from seven of the vineyard’s 30 acres.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Stags Leap District
Harvest Date
October 1, 2017
Aging
French oak barrels (48% new, 52% once-used)
Alcohol %
14.5
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