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2019 19 Block Mountain Cuvée, Mount Veeder
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2019 19 Block Mountain Cuvée, Mount Veeder

Sourced from 19 of our favorite vineyard blocks on Mount Veeder each harvest, 19 Block Mountain Cuvée is an impressive expression of mountain winemaking. Composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, this wine is also the secret favorite of our Collectors Club.

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“There are certain special blocks within our Mount Veeder estate vineyards that produce fruit which showcase the art of winemaking at elevation. Mount Veeder is Napa’s coolest and wettest mountain growing region, resulting in extended harvest dates, allowing fruit to ripen in an almost leisurely journey to your glass. This blend is led by Malbec and then Cabernet Sauvignon, both easily recognizable for juicy black fruit flavors and aromas of black cherry and wild mountian blackberries. The wine has a dark, inky color due to the high Malbec content. This vintage is rich and ripe upon entry with rustic tannins and blackberry crumble aromas that are supported by a nice core of acidity. Careful aging in new French oak presents a long vanilla finish with delicate notes of cinnamon and star anise.”

- Dave Guffy, Chief Winemaker

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Wine Specs

Varietal

Blend

Blend

65% Malbec, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Syrah

Appellation

Mt. Veeder

Vineyard

Block 19, Mount Veeder

Harvest Date

Oct. 7 - 31, 2019

Alcohol %

14.2

Aging

18 months

Cooperage

60% New French Oak

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