2002 Barnett Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District

This 2,400+ case blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and the rest Merlot and Petit Verdot was aged 21 months in French oak (two-thirds new). The winery believes this cuvee’s finest drinking days were between 2004 and 2012, although I believe that is conservative, as this wine is still in late adolescence in terms of its evolutionary track. It exhibits a deep ruby/purple color along with copious aromas of blueberries, raspberries, spring flowers and earth. Dense, rich and full-bodied, with superb intensity, purity, texture and length, this beauty is close to full maturity, but is capable of lasting another 10-15 years in a cool cellar. Tel. (707) 963-7075; Fax (707) 963-3724