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