Vineyard blocks have been evaluated and redeveloped with the most appropriate rootstocks and clones, vine row orientation and micro-block irrigation. Working closely together, viticulturist Brian Malone and winemaker David Drake combine technological wizardry like satellite mapping and climatic analysis from vineyard weather stations with insights that can only be gained from walking the vineyard nearly every day of the year. As wine estates mature, vineyard knowledge gains importance, and while each vintage brings its own unique story, certain themes emerge. Over time, the vineyard reveals itself, and viticultural fine-tuning is key. As a result, the floor of Alexander Valley today is incredibly fertile, while hillside vineyards enjoy a wide variety of micro-climates and the desirable low-nutrient soils that give the finest wines their intense character and complexity. Over many years rich, red volcanic soils washed down the valley’s hillsides, combining with sand and gravel deposited by the Russian River. CLONE 5 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2014 A blend of five clones of Cabernet Sauvignon combine to form this approachable, friendly, and light bodied wine offering layers of dark chocolate, savory sweet roasted peppers, eucalyptus, pungent black pepper spice, lavender and rose.
#NAPA CLONE 5 CABERNET TRIAL#
A composite trial blend of five different Cabernet clones from the Estate showed ripe. A low coastal range flanks the valley on the west, while its eastern border is defined by the majestic Mayacamas range. Keenan Winery Napa Valley is located in Spring Mountain District. Millions of years ago, a period of seismic upheaval and volcanic activity created the dramatic vistas of Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. Alexander Valley’s hillsides and mountain locations where diverse, nutrient-deficient soil types and microclimates are most prized, are proving ideal for developing distinctive wines of concentrated varietal character, deeply rich fruit forward flavors and aromas, alongside lithe tannins with demonstrated ageability. The valley is emerging as a leading location for producing Bordeaux style Cabernet-based blends to rival the finest from the Napa Valley.
Our 53 hillside-acres of vineyards are located in the eastern hills of southern Alexander Valley, at the confluence of the Chalk Hill and Knights Valley appellations.
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