2015 District Collection St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L
95 points
Wine Advocate
Appellation
St. Helena
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
About the wine
Our 2015 St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon opens with a deep garnet-purple color in the glass and savory aromas of smoked bacon, créme de cassis, and a touch of earth. Enticing flavors of cinnamon stick, cloves, and dried flowers lead to a velvety, full-bodied mouth feel. A well-balanced wine with plenty of expressive, subtle flavor layers and a long, earthy finish.
The grapes for the St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon were sourced from two main vineyards located on the West side of St. Helena. These vineyards are located on gravelly alluvial fan soil with excellent drainage, an essential component in high quality fruit development. The vines are less vigorous in this area of the Napa Valley, producing smaller berries and lower yields, for more concentrated, intense wines with good tannin structure. The wine is produced to showcase the terroir and distinct flavor characteristics of our cherished vineyards.
Awards
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Award
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Date
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95
Wine Advocate
November 1, 2017
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93
Wine Spectator
October 31, 2018
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92
Vinous
March 27, 2018
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92
Jeb Dunnuck
December 29, 2017
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91
James Suckling
December 21, 2017