93 Points The Wine Advocate, Robert Parker
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
Tasting Notes -
Across the valley, Napa's 2019 vintage for Cabernet is showcasing notes of both black and red fruit. Rockmere’s 2019 is no different - layering blackcurrant and blackberry with red cherry. Hints of sage, rosemary, and lavender complement the fruit character nicely thanks to the vineyard’s rocky soil.
The wine also maintains a firm structure while added time in French oak barrels (28 months), provides a long, velvety finish. Similar to last year’s bottling, the ’19 will thrive in the cellar for 15-20 years. However, no fear, the wine opens beautifully as soon as it’s uncorked!
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate: 93 points
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Blend 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 88% Clone 337 – 12% Clone 15
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Winemaker Jeff Ames
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Region Napa Valley
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Vineyard Rockmere Vineyards
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Oak 58% New French Oak
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Aging / Cooperage 63% Taransaud, 37% Darnajou; Barreled 28 months, bottled 7 months
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Brix at Harvest 25.3
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Release Date October 20, 2022
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Harvest Date October 6, 2019
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Alcohol 15.1%
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PH 3.88
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Production 483 cases