2008 CASK 23
Cabernet Sauvignon
The story of CASK 23 began during the harvest of 1974. Back then, the winery founder enlisted the help of celebrated winemaker André Tchelistcheff. As they tasted through various lots of new wines from that year, one lot of wine from S.L.V. was so deliciously distinct that they decided it should be bottled separately. It was named CASK 23 for the large wooden cask in which it was aged. Today, the wine is a blend of the most distinctive fruit from the S.L.V. and FAY vineyards and has become one of the most highly regarded and collected wines worldwide.
Vineyards & Winemaking
CASK 23 is a tale of two vineyards that come together in a harmonious blend. A signifi cant portion of the grapes that went into the 2008 blend were grown in our FAY vineyard, while the balance of the blend was derived from select areas in S.L.V. Specifi c blocks within these adjoining ranches provide distinct attributes to the wine. Vines planted in volcanic soils on the eastern hillsides of S.L.V. and FAY give CASK 23 its structure, concentration, spicy intensity and elegant tannins; those grown in the alluvial soils in the middle and lower sections of the two vineyards add vibrant fruit fl avors, a supple mid-palate, and perfumed aromatics. Each lot was vinifi ed and aged separately in small French oak barrels for 24 months, allowing the characteristics of each block to develop, while adding subtle spice notes. In the latter stages of aging, the lots were blended, becoming one in CASK 23.
Tasting Notes
The 2008 CASK 23 combines the signature perfume notes of FAY vineyard with the structure and hints of minerality of S.L.V. The nose begins with enticing aromas of violets, dark berries, fresh grated nutmeg and mocha mint that lead to a luscious palate. Vibrant blackberry and black cherry flavors mingle with hints of cola, espresso and dark chocolate. Bright and lively, this Cabernet has great fruit density and a silky texture.
Buy This Wine- Alcohol:
- 14.5%
- pH:
- 3.77
- Total Acidity:
- 0.56g/100ml
- Barrel Aging:
- 24 months
100% new French oak - Fermentation:
- 100% stainless steel
- Malolactic Fermentation:
- 100%