2012 Duckhorn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Monitor Ledge Vineyard
Tasting Note:March 17, 2017
Deep ruby red. Very tight attack on the nose, that started off with some herbs, anise and light baking spices. Some dark fruits started to come through with some air. Moderate tannins (6/10) and medium bodied. A little lighter than expected. A fruit bomb with some air, tons of blueberries and baking spices. semi-rich. Medium plus bodied and really drinkable.
All the fruit in this bottling comes from the Monitor Ledge Vineyard, named after an outcropping in the mountains overlooking the vineyard. This is a Cabernet Sauvignon led wine made up of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot. Aged for 18 months in 85% new French oak barrels.
Drink Dates:
2017 till 2020.
Price Point:
$$$ - Purchased through Garagiste Wines for $62.65, can be purchased from the estate for $95.00.