August Briggs Cab 2004

WINEMAKER NOTES: The 2004 vintage represents August Briggs’ fourth release of this famous vineyard designated Cabernet Sauvignon. Due to a moderate crop level and warm ripening season this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is dark purple in color & full-bodied with deep fruit flavors of blackberry & plum, as well as, aromatic hints of smoky oak & chocolate in the nose. This wine is big and drinkable now, but age worthy for many years. Definitely a Mountain Cabernet ! The world famous Monte Rosso Vineyard is located in the eastern hills above the Sonoma Valley floor. The grapes for this wine were destemed and crushed into small, four-ton open-topped tanks. After fermentation the wine set on the skins for an extended time before draining, pressing, and inoculating with a malo-lactic starter. The wine was barrel aged for 20 months (50% French Oak, 50% American Oak) prior to bottling. 399 cases produced.