This vineyard is named for my wife, Eileen, and is a lovely rocky patch of soil along the west side. Longer and cooler than normal, more of a European weather pattern produced wines that are more characteristic of wines from Bordeaux than Napa Valley. Coming off of a lighter 2004, the vines produced in great quantities. An exotic nose (think allspice meets anise) meets a smooth palate, which contains all the strength of dark red currant fruit, plums, mint, toasty oak and a nice earthiness. 550 cases made.
Michael Chiarello & Thomas Brown
Owner & Winemaker
| Vintage: | 2005 |
| Release Date: | March 2008 |
| Appellation: | St. Helena District of Napa Valley |
| Blend: | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Harvest: | By hand, November 3, 2005 |
| Barrel Aging: | 20 months in 80% new Darnajou, Taransaud and Saury Oak |
| Vineyard location: | Estate Grown, Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Clone 7 on 101-14. |
| Alcohol: | 14.8 % |
| Production: | 550 Cases |
| Price: | $65/bottle -- $780/case |
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