Shibumi Knoll Vineyard is located on a small hill north of St. Helena, surrounded by Taree, Vineyard 29, and Pannek. 80% of the soil is rocky and well drained, and the topsoil is a sedimentary soil with good water retention, which is also effective for Cabernet. Aged for 22 months in French barrels (75% new barrels). Rich and expressive of the Napa terroir, with nuances of earth and stone, and plum and black currant flavors. It is solid but smooth on the palate, well-balanced, and has an impressive long finish.
Tasting Comments
Excerpt from Jeb Dunnuck.com: "A beautifully balanced, attractive and complete work, well worth the price. It offers aromas of cassis, dark chocolate, smoky earth and graphite, layered with concentrated, full-bodied rich fruit, fine tannins and the purity of the vintage."
94P Jeb Dunnuck.com Feb 16, 2023 by Jeb Dunnuck
Field Information
Dan and Joan's own vineyard adjacent to their cottage.
The area is well drained because it sits on the Mill Creek alluvial fan, where the soil is 80% rocky.
Clay sedimentary soil with good water retention on the topsoil is also effective for Cabernet.
The result is a wine that exhibits the elegance of Napa Cabernet but with the structure found in wines from rocky hillside vineyards.
The wines are harvested at the perfect time - when they are fully ripe but not overripe - resulting in a style reminiscent of Bordeaux Cabernets.
Production volume: 85 cases
Vintage: 2020
Capacity: 750ml
Type: Red wine
Taste: Full-bodied
Main variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Country of Origin: America
Region Name: California
AVA: Napa Valley
Nested AVAs, Others: St. Helena
Vineyard: Shibumi Knoll Vineyards
Notes: 94P Jeb Dunnuck.com 26, 2023 by Jeb Dunnuck
Winemaker: Thomas Rivers Brown
Aging: 22 months in French barrels (75% new)
Rating: 90P or above
Cap: Cork
Alcohol content: 14.8%