2008 Anthology
“Berries, violets, allspice and freshly baked pastry unite in an offering reminiscent of berry pie. The aromatic potpourri prominently features bright cherry flavors and sandalwood-tinged cocoa spice. Handsomely sculptured tannins showcase the mouthwatering fruit compote in the long, lingering finish.” – Mike McGrath, Winemaker
MORE ABOUT THIS WINE
- Price: $55
- Blend: 66% Cabernet Sauvignon from (9) AVA’S, 12% Malbec, 11% Merlot, 7% Petite Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc
- Vineyards: The 2008 vintage began with severe spring frost, and fruit set was down by as much as 30% in some areas. Smaller clusters and berries were also the norm, resulting in fruit with greater concentration. More intense than its predecessor, this vintage is richly structured and has greater depth. The wines are rich and powerful, with great potential for aging.
Sourcing grapes from nearly all of Napa Valley’s appellations provides us with many alternatives when it comes to crafting our flagship wine. The 2008 Anthology includes vineyard lots selected from the following appellations:- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Atlas Peak - Stagecoach Vineyard
- Stags Leap District
- Howell Mountain - Hughes Vineyards
- St. Helena - Collins Vineyard
- Oakville - Stanton Vineyard
- Calistoga - Surber & Frediani Vineyards
- Yountville - Herrick Vineyard
- Carneros - Truchard Vineyard
- Mount Veeder
- Cabernet Franc
- St. Helena - Carpenter Vineyard
- Atlas Peak - Stagecoach Vineyard
- Spring Mountain
- Merlot
- St. Helena - Collins Vineyard
- Atlas Peak - Stagecoach
- Petit Verdot
- Yountville - Tall Trees
- Malbec
- Yountville - Herrick
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- ALC: 14.5% TA: .059 pH: 3.80
Acclaim
- 90 points Wine Enthusiast // 2008 Vintage
