2005 Ladera Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Napa Valley, California
Food pairing: Grilled New York strip steaks
If you think Karen Culler's good with Syrah (and she is), then wait until you try her Cabernet. The fruit is sourced from Ladera's two estate vineyards, the Lone Canyon Vineyard in the western foothills of the Mount Veeder, and one in the higher elevations of Howell Mountain, where Ladera's winery is located. The former vineyard receives sun-drenched days (being closer to the valley floor) and a shorter, more dynamic ripening season, while the latter, situated above the fog line, benefits from cooler (but still sunny) days and warmer nights, allowing for longer hang-time.When blended together, the two vineyards' Cabernet grapes complement each other well. A touch of Petit Verdot (4%) adds a little color and juicy depth to a wine that's already packed with richness, structure and depth. Brambly mountain berry fruit and cherries are complemented by notes of anise and full tannins. Drinking beautifully now, this one could very well age for another eight to ten years.
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