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The Vineyards ~
The 2004 Destino Napa Valley Cabernet
Sauvignon seamlessly blends exceptional grapes from two contrasting
vineyards. Approximately half of the fruit comes from a vineyard in
Napa Valley’s acclaimed Coombsville region. Located at an elevation of
300 feet, this property’s excellent soil and unique microclimate
produces fruit with great structure and complexity. To complement this
robust fruit, we have paired it with grapes from a valley-floor
vineyard in the Oakville appellation. Meticulously cared for by the
well-respected Nord family, these grapes add wonderful fruit-driven
notes of ripe cherry. As with past vintages, our 2004 Cabernet
Sauvignon gains nuance from a unique blend of three clones—337, 4 and
8—each of which contributes its own distinctive expression of Napa
Valley Cabernet. The Wine ~
This wine has been
handcrafted using traditional Bordelaise techniques, which include
fermentation with Bordeaux red yeast, thrice-daily pumpovers, and
extended maceration or “cuvaison.” In addition, the wine has gained
added depth through a sophisticated barrel program which includes
several French coopers (Nadalie, Vicard), distinctive toasting
techniques, and the use of several wood sources including oak from
Never, Center of France, and Limousin origins. Tasting Notes ~
This
delicious Cabernet Sauvignon strikes an elegant balance between
voluptuous dark fruit components and soft, plush tannins. On the
palate, the wine offers concentrated flavors of ripe Bing cherry and
dark chocolate that stay present through a long, satisfying finish.
Though this wine is already lush and approachable early in it’s
development, it should continue to age well for 6 to 10 years.
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