Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
2023 PlumpJack Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville (Large Formats)
The PlumpJack Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is grown on our estate in Oakville, planted on an ancient mudslide originating in the Vaca Mountains, which left us with a very diverse soil profile: four soil types and a gradient of rock throughout the estate. This results in a diverse and unique expression of Cabernet Sauvignon and contributes to the complex aromas, flavors, and textures of these wines. The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted from grapes grown in the rockier soils on the east side of the estate. These soils contribute a darker fruit profile and more structure while still maintaining freshness and finesse.
The winter of 2023 was cold and wet. Rainfall was 10 inches above average and we saw record snowfall in the mountains of Napa Valley. So, understandably, our vines slept in a bit, and budbreak began about three weeks later than what is typical. Spring was cool. Summer was cool. And while we were getting reports of record heat throughout the U.S., the fall in Napa was… cool. The late budbreak and cool vintage led to a late harvest and allowed us to craft incredible wines with beautiful and fresh aromatics, vibrant acidity, and great depth, weight, and complexity.
