High Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Father's Day Ultimate Beverage Challenge 93 points

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 93 points - Vanilla and toasted oak dominate the nose with hints of summer corn

(11/15/2007) - 96-100

The fruits

with sweet grains

In the first decade of September

High Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Father's Day Ultimate Beverage Challenge 93 pointsTypical of High Valley fruit, the grapes from Betsys vineyard and Caldwell Block 12 are powerful, yet complex and the base for High Valley Cabernet. Named in memory of Clays mother, Betsys vineyard has a northwest facing slope that allows longer ripening time, resulting in an intensely structured Cabernet. Using a majority of French oak, the barrels are chosen to lift the fruit and add nice toasted spices to the finish.