Assemblage: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon from Catherine & Bridget's Blocks. Hand-picked on October 26, 2022; blended with 3% Malbec from Rose's block. All grapes are Certified Sustainable.
Elévage: Fermented in stainless steel then barrel aged for 20 months in 20% new and 80%. neutral French oak.
Vintage Notes: 2022 was a rollercoaster growing year which fortunately ended on a high note. The spring was wet and chilly, marked by near record precipitation and below average temperatures. We suffered a freeze on April 7th which affected buds; this combined with the cold and wet weather led us to anticipate a small crop and pushed our ripening season back by a month. Starting in July, mother nature decided to cooperate, and we experienced perfect ripening weather through October. We also managed to avoid smoke from wildfires. Harvest was late and compressed which tested wine makers not on quality, because conditions were exceptional, but on style and space because varietals ripened in short succession. The exceptional flavor development, lower sugars and softer skins and tannins will make 2022 a vintage to remember.
Winemaker Notes: The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon tantalizes with aromas of black cherry, red berry jam, and cranberry while notes of molasses, pink peppercorn, and toffee complement and enrich nose. On the palate, the tannin texture is soft and velvety allowing the flavors of black plum, prune, and blackberry to take center stage while accents of cocoa nib and nutmeg add intrigue. The elegant finish lingers adding to the enjoyment. This wine may be enjoyed now and will age gracefully for 10+ years.
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Owen Bargreen: The 2022 Dineen Cabernet Sauvignon is a fresher style of wine that shows the coolness of the vintage. Right away this shows off red bell pepper with dried herbs and shades of wild blackberry on the nose. The palate is soft and elegant with a smooth mouthfeel. Drink 2025-2032- 91 pts