2018 Cinq Chevaux Cabernet Sauvignon

We actually have two seperate vineyards in the Milpitas Hills; one that is visible from our winery which is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, and the other know as the "Cinq Chevaux Block" which is about a half-mile further up the hill and is planted exclusively with Cabernet Sauvignon. 

The Cinq Chevaux vineyard has always produced top quality Cabernet Sauvignon grapes thanks to the almost daily attention throughout the growing season by the owners Doug and Debbie Weiland. We are proud to produce this handsome wine from such a special site, and are excited to present this vintage after not producing one in 2017. 

This wine was aged for over two years in new and once-used French oak barrels giving it a palate similar to the bold Cabernets found in Napa. Big and rich dark fruit flavors innundate the palate; black currant, blackberry and plum are front and center and at it's finish, a smooth cacao-like velvety softness. 

As with most Cabernets, this wine pairs incredibly well with beef. You can't beat it alongside a hearthy steak dinner, but for dessert, try it next to a rich dark chocolate based cake.

WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES:

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Cinq Chevaux Vineyard is a powerful, bold wine that showcases the strength and depth of this exceptional site. On the nose, rich aromas of black currant, black cherry, and ripe plum immediately capture the senses, leading into a complex tapestry of cacao, baking spice, and a hint of baked strawberry. The palate mirrors the nose, with layers of dark fruit flavors complemented by a subtle warmth from the baking spice, which adds both complexity and balance. A rich, velvety texture carries these bold flavors through a long, lingering finish, with the cacao notes and a touch of baked strawberry rounding out the experience. This wine is an expressive and elegant reflection of the Cinq Chevaux Vineyard, offering both power and finesse.