2017 Nickel & Nickel DeCarle Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon [3.0L], Rutherford

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Supple-textured with hints of that savory-dust quality that makes Rutherford Cabernet so intriguing, this 3.0-Liter magnum from our brand new DeCarle Vineyard brings deep fruit flavors and loads of polish to the table. This is our debut vintage, and large formats are extremely limited.

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Tasting Notes

Beautifully balanced dark red and blue fruit aromas accented by subtle mineral notes create immediate intrigue in this brand new Cabernet Sauvignon. Elegant Rutherford dust presents itself on the palate alongside juicy berry and black cherry fruits. Tannins are polished and supple and lead to a graceful finish.

Vineyard Notes

DeCarle Vineyard is planted on the west side of Rutherford, in the dusty soils for which the area is known. This Cabernet Sauvignon offers a silky palate that complements the wine’s juicy berry and black cherry flavors and finishes with a subtle minerality.

Wine Specs

Vintage

2017

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation

Rutherford

Harvest Date

October 14-15, 2017

Aging

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

Alcohol %

14.4

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