2021 PEARL of the RAVENSAmphora-Aged Cabernet Sauvignon
Our amphora-aged estate Cabernet Sauvignon, PEARL of the RAVENS, makes another vibrant appearance. This vintage blends 80% amphora-aged Cabernet with 20% barrel-aged, placing the pure virtues of crafting in terracotta in the forefront.
Luminous and sleek, the 2021 PEARL of the RAVENS, offers an unadulterated experience of Cabernet Sauvignon. With the oak influence dialed back to a whisper, the purity of the fruit is in the starring role.
As terracotta is more porous than oak, the respiration over 22 months makes for a wine that is already supple, although with fine tannins. Bright and fresh now, the PEARL will reward patience in the cellar.
135 cases produced.
AARON POTT'S TASTING NOTES:
NOSE: Toffee, chocolate, plum, cherry, taro, violet, nutmeg, cumin, fennel, mineral.
PALATE: Rich attack - plum, porcini, road meat. Massive mid-palate.
FINISH: Super tight-grain finish with great length. The tannins are super supple, leading to a beautiful finish of plum and cocoa.
- Blend100% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
- WinemakerAaron Pott
- RegionNapa Valley
- AppellationCalistoga
- VineyardThe Ravens
- SoilRocky, Loamy, Volcanic
- Farming MethodOrganic
- Aging / Cooperage22 months in Tuscan Terra-Cotta (80%) & French Oak (20%)
- Alcohol14.8%
- Production135 cases