2008 Ceja Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

13.9% alc., pH 3.48, 800 cases, $50. La Loma Vineyard located on the Silverado Trail. Harvest Grix 24.5º. Open top, small vat, cold soaked, extended maceration, gentle punch downs. Aged 34 months in French oak barrels. · Dark reddish purple color in the glass. A moderately rich, nicely aged wine with a slightly creamy core of black cherry, plum, cassis and blackberry flavors with modest complimentary tannins and a richly endowed finish. Very smooth in the mouth, displaying the impeccable balance typical of Ceja wines. Score: 91. Reviewed April 19, 2014

Winery: Ceja Vineyards
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