2012 Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Note:July 16, 2016
Delicious mountain fruit. Deep ruby red with purplish hues. Dark cherries, almost like a cherry liquor on the nose. Dark mountain berries coating the palate. Some blueberry cola, fresh twigs and red cherries. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Great backbone and structure. Dry and long finish. Even has something a little savory on the palate. Great mountain juice built for the long haul.
The 2012 vintage is Cabernet-based blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 3% Malbec from the Mt. Brave Vineyard atop Mt. Veeder. Aged for 20 months in 81% new French oak barrels. Only 5,752 cases produced and 14.5% alcohol.
Drink Dates:
2016 till 2036.
Price Point:
$$$ - Provided as a sample from the estate. Can be purchased for $75.00 from the estate.