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2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, Pocai Vineyard

Calistoga, Napa Valley

The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a standout expression of our 120-year-old vineyard. It presents a deep ruby color with a vibrant purple hue at the rim, signaling its youthful vibrancy. The aromatic profile is both refined and inviting, featuring layers of dark chocolate, ripe blueberries, and fragrant violets, accented by hints of lavender, fresh cedar, and black cherries that add depth and complexity. On the palate, this wine is rich and full-bodied, revealing a harmonious interplay of juicy dark cherry, blueberry, and cocoa, complemented by subtle floral and cedar notes. The balanced structure is defined by integrated tannins and well-rounded acidity, leading to a long, polished finish with lingering impressions of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. Whether paired with grilled ribeye, herb-crusted lamb, or mushroom risotto, this wine embodies the elegance and authenticity of Pocai Vineyard with remarkable finesse.

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SKU: BAL22CSPOC
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Calistoga-Napa Valley
Vineyard Designation
Pocai Vineyard
Harvest Date
September 5, 2022
Acid
5.64
pH
3.8
Aging
22 months in 90% New French oak barrels
Bottling Date
8/8/2024
Alcohol %
15.7
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Pocai Vineyard has a way of expressing a fruit-forward California wine but also brings large tannins that are integrated to create a powerful yet elegant wine.
Vineyard Notes
The Pocai Vineyard has been continuously farmed by our family for over 100 years, ever since Frank Ballentine’s great grandfather purchased it in 1905. Purchased with a pile of gold coins, Pocai Vineyard is located on the southern edge of the Calistoga Appellation. The soil is Bale gravelly loam, the rockiest soil of our three vineyards, the fertility of the soil is low, but the drainage is excellent and is perfect for growing powerful red grapes. Pocai Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon stands out year after year.
Production
226 cases
Other Notes
97.5% Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5% Petit Verdot .5% Malbec .5% Cabernet Franc
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