2014 JACK LONDON CABERNET SAUVIGNON - … · ©2017 KENWOOD ® VINEYARDS. DISTRIBUTED BY PERNOD...
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©2017 KENWOOD® VINEYARDS. DISTRIBUTED BY PERNOD RICARD KENWOOD HOLDING LLC, KENWOOD, CA. 9592 Sonoma Highway • Kenwood, California 95452 • 707-282-4228 • www.kenwoodvineyards.com KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM Enjoy Responsibly 2014 JACK LONDON CABERNET SAUVIGNON WINEMAKING DETAILS Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation: Sonoma Mountain Acidity/pH: 6.6 / 3.54 Alcohol: 14.5% Bottled: January 10, 2017 Red fruit aromas of bing cherries, cassis and red currant joined by soft notes of vanilla. On the palate, vibrant flavors of blackberry are complemented by subtle hints of tobacco underscored by balanced oak. This wine is full-bodied with balanced tannins that lead to a soft, elegant finish. For over 35 years, Kenwood Vineyards has exclusively crafted wine from the single vineyards of Jack London’s historic ranch. Each varietal captures Sonoma Mountain’s unique character garnering an extraordinar and enduring appeal. JACK LONDON VINEYARD Since our first vintage from the Jack London Ranch in 1976 it has proven itself as an outstanding producer of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Located midway up the Eastern flanks of Sonoma Mountain it has a long mild growing season that creates fruit with complexity and balance. The influence of the vineyard’s red volcanic soil and the fruity characteristics of the grapes combine to produce an outstanding, very distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon. FROM THE WINEMAKER In 2014, the historic California drought entered its third year and the exceptionally dry conditions concentrated the flavor of the grapes. Harvest began on September 15th and was completed on September 24th. The grapes were fermented in stainless steel, and then aged in 75% French and 25% American oak barrels for 23 months. Oak regimen: 75% French 25% American oak Skin contact: 14-21 days Cellaring potential: 10-15 Years VINEYARD DETAILS Altitude: 555’ Climate: Early morning fog and warm to hot afternoons Soil: Speckles loam/Goulding clay loam Harvest method: Hand (night + day) TASTING NOTES
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©2017 KENWOOD® VINEYARDS. DISTRIBUTED BY PERNOD RICARD KENWOOD HOLDING LLC, KENWOOD, CA.
9592 Sonoma Highway • Kenwood, California 95452 • 707-282-4228 • www.kenwoodvineyards.com KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM /KENWOODVINEYARDS.COM
Enjoy Responsibly
2014 JACK LONDON CABERNET SAUVIGNON
WINEMAKING DETAILS
Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation: Sonoma MountainAcidity/pH: 6.6 / 3.54Alcohol: 14.5%Bottled: January 10, 2017
Red fruit aromas of bing cherries, cassis and red currant joined by soft notes of vanilla. On the palate, vibrant flavors of blackberry are complemented by subtle hints of tobacco underscored by balanced oak. This wine is full-bodied with balanced tannins that lead to a soft, elegant finish.
For over 35 years, Kenwood Vineyards has exclusively crafted wine
from the single vineyards of Jack London’s historic ranch. Each
varietal captures Sonoma Mountain’s unique character garnering
an extraordinar and enduring appeal.
JACK LONDON VINEYARD Since our �rst vintage from the Jack London Ranch in 1976 it has proven itself as an outstanding producer of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Located midway up the Eastern �anks of Sonoma Mountain it has a long mild growing season that creates fruit with complexity and balance. The in�uence of the vineyard’s red volcanic soil and the fruity characteristics of the grapes combine to produce an outstanding, very distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon.
FROM THE WINEMAKERIn 2014, the historic California drought entered its third year and the exceptionally dry conditions concentrated the �avor of the grapes. Harvest began on September 15th and was completed on September 24th. The grapes were fermented in stainless steel, and then aged in 75% French and 25% American oak barrels for 23 months.
Oak regimen: 75% French 25% American oakSkin contact: 14-21 daysCellaring potential: 10-15 Years
VINEYARD DETAILS
Altitude: 555’Climate: Early morning fog and warm to hot afternoonsSoil: Speckles loam/Goulding clay loam Harvest method: Hand (night + day)
TAST ING NOTES
