2016 'Wise Man' Cabernet Sauvignon

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Horse Heaven Hills - McKinley Springs

Released 11/3/18  ・  124 Cases  ・  14.2% ALC

Tasting Notes

Black fruit, vanilla, leather, and sweet tobacco. Bold flavors of black cherry, mocha, and cabinet spice. The finish is peppery with hints of dried herbs and toast.

Ratings + Awards

Double Gold :: 2018 Wine Press Northwest Platinum Judging 

Gold :: 2018 NW Wine Summit 

Gold :: 2018 Great Northwest Wine Invitational

Silver :: 2018 Tri-Cities Wine Festival

Production

124 Cases

Method

Our Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet was hand-picked from McKinley Springs Vineyard and aged in 100% new French Oak barrels from Seguin Moreau Cooperage. 

Fermentation style: Whole berry

Fermentation rate: 10-14 days

Fermentation size: One ton max

Aging: 18 months in barrels

Oak: 100% new French

Fining/Filtration: None