2016 Merryvale Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Profile

Profile is a representation of the vineyard’s hillside location in Conn Valley. Composed of the best parcels produced on 25 sloping and rocky acres, it reflects the unique characteristics of each vintage through the diversity of clonal selections, rootstocks, soils, altitude, orientation and microclimates on the estate. The wine was vinified using classic Bordeaux techniques: wild yeast fermentation began after 5 days of cold maceration, reaching a peak temperature of 90F. After 15-21 days of maceration, the wines were drained directly into barrels to complete spontaneous malolactic fermentation. They aged the wine for 23 months in 80% new French oak barrels. The wine was bottled without fining or filtration.

The 2016 Merryvale Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Profile is a blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Cabernet Franc that reflects the best of the Profile Estate in a fantastic vintage. Powerful and rich with a refined balance it delivers classic notes of berry, cassis and cocoa, complemented by hints of minerality. The tannins are supple and beautifully integrated, and the finish is long and rewarding. A savoury, seductive wine.