Amapola Creek 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon

Nestled amidst the sun-drenched slopes of the Mayacamas range, Amapola Creek's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is a true masterpiece, a wine that speaks of its terroir with each exquisite sip. Our 100+ acre vineyard, sharing soil with the renowned Monte Rosso Vineyards, boasts a heritage of over a century of crafting exceptional wines. With the added complexity of rhyolitic soils from the China Bowl Vineyard, our French clone Cabernet Sauvignon vines flourish, imparting a remarkable tannin structure. It's a commitment to nature that we hold dear; all 15 acres of our estate vineyards are proudly CCOF certified organic. The unique microclimates and soil profiles of our estate vineyard blocks - China Bowl, Bobcat Run, Fox Trot Meadow, and Montaña Vista - come together to reveal the rich tapestry of our terroir in the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon.

The 2017 vintage was truly nature's gift to the vineyard. A growing season that was dry yet gently warm, offering respite from five years of drought. Abundant winter rainfall quenched the vines' thirst, nurturing exceptional fruit quality and quantity. The grapes, handpicked between September 20th and 26th, 2017, have birthed a wine that stands as a testament to a vintage of abundance and excellence.

Elevate your senses with the first inhale - a symphony of luscious blackberries dances on the nose, followed by deeper notes of black currant and brambleberry, with a gentle embrace of oak and toasted vanilla. The first sip is a revelation, a burst of firm acidity that swiftly unfolds into a dark abyss of black fruit, tinged with hints of anise and a delicate whisper of leather. As the experience matures, deeply structured tannins grace the palate, underscoring a finish that harmonizes chocolate, blueberry preserves, and aged cedar. The wine evolves within your glass, growing in stature and boldness, revealing the maturity of the grapes as they were lovingly harvested. Fruit characters intensify, building towards a finish that lingers for minutes, an intricate tapestry of flavors. Whether savored today or cellared for a decade, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon will leave a lasting impression.

Notably, the last three vintages earned a stellar 94 points each, a testament to Amapola Creek's unwavering commitment to crafting wines of distinction. The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon stands as a beacon of our dedication to terroir, tradition, and the pursuit of perfection. Experience the essence of our vineyard in each bottle, and let the legacy of Amapola Creek transport you to the heart of the Mayacamas, where wine and nature intertwine to create something truly extraordinary.

Blend: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot

Alcohol: 14.7%

Socially Rated 4+ / 5 ⭐

The nose on this wine opens with a luscious burst of juicy blackberry. Swirl the glass once or twice, and you will start to uncover darker fruit notes of black currant, bramble berry, accented with subtle notes of oak and toasted vanilla. Take a sip, and the first thing you will notice is a firm acidity that opens quickly into dark black fruit with just a touch of anise and a bare hint of leather. As your first impression fades, you will find deeply structured tannins that fill the palate, underscoring a finish redolent with chocolate, blueberry preserves, and aged cedar. This wine evolves marvelously over the course of a glass, growing bigger and bolder as it takes in the air. The tannins unfold and show the excellent maturity of the grapes as they were brought in from the vineyard, and the fruit characters gain in intensity, building to an intricate finish that lasts for many minutes. Drink now or hold for 10-plus years.