2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Rhino Chaser

The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes used to craft this wine grow on a steep hillside vineyard (Testo Ranch- Previously Webber) in the southern tip of Alexander Valley where it overlaps the Chalk Hill viticultural area. The rocky site, organic (non-certified) growing practices and our low-input winemaking practices, make this a classic Sonoma Cabernet, blessed with refined, opulent tannins and elegant acidity. A tiny bit of Malbec and Merlot add layered depth that we love, being "foodies” at heart. Winemaker's Notes The grapes were harvested in late September at an average of 24.5 ° brix (mature but still with good natural acid), fermented and allowed to rest on the skins for an additional 12 days in order to get good extraction of color and tannins. The resulting wine was then drawn into French oak barrels for 23 months of ageing and bottled unfined and unfiltered. At blending, we finished the wine with 3% Merlot and 2% Malbec to add a layers of flavor and smooth and deepen the tannins.