Stone Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast

Harvest Notes


Alc. by vol.:	12.7%
Residual sugar:	0.50 g/100 ml
pH:	3.62
Total acidity:	0.67 g/100 ml

In 2003, the weather was above-average warm throughout July and August, reducing yields somewhat. Picking started late and went long – perfect harvest conditions. Dry weather persisted throughout the harvest yielding clean, high-quality fruit with excellent color and good flavors in the fermenters. Harvest produced classic Californian cabernet sauvignon grapes filled with flavor.

Central Coast encompasses the growing region from San Francisco south to Santa Barbara, and is heavily influenced by Pacific Ocean maritime weather patterns. The cool growing season promotes the dark fruit flavors in cabernet sauvignon grapes much like that grown in our estate H&W Vineyard in Mendocino County.

Tasting Notes

Justin Weibel notes, "Our Stone Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, has classic flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, dark chocolate, and a hint of fresh green herbs on the finish. It is very smooth in texture. Drink now through 2008."

Pairing Suggestions

The wine will pair well with dishes such as meatloaf, a charcuterie plate of sausages and smoked meats, roast duck, or grilled Portobello mushrooms. It will also be enjoyable with hard cheeses such as Grana or Asiago, and blue cheeses.

Awards & Accolades

Gold - 2006 American Wine Society Wine Competition
Silver - 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver - 2007 Hilton Head Wine Fest
Bronze - 2006 West Coast Wine Competition
Bronze - 2006 San Diego International Wine Competition
Bronze - 2006 Riverside International Wine Competition
Bronze - 2006 Los Angeles County Fair Wine Competition
Bronze - 2006 Orange County Fair Wine Competition
Bronze - 2006 Long Beach Grand Cru
Bronze - 2007 Grand Harvest Awards

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