The Wonderland Project 2022 No.9 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Vineyard Notes: On a west facing slope, above the fog line, on the northern ridge of the Atlas Peak AVA. The soils here, Hambright and Guenoc, are dominated by red volcanic material with lots of flat rock, providing exceptional drainage to the hillside vineyard.

Vintage Notes: A warm winter with below average rainfall and a cool start to spring kept the vines dormant late into March. Spring remained cool and brought moderate amounts of rain all the way to Memorial Day, keeping shoot growth fairly slow until early June. Mild summer weather contributed to slow fruit development until warmer August temperatures prevailed, pushing grapes to maturity quickly.

Winemaking Notes: Harvest began on September 15th 2022. The grapes were fully destemmed and fermented in stainless steel tanks for up to 29 days. After pressing, the wine was aged in 70% neutral and 30% new Franch oak barrels for 18 months before bottling unfined and unfiltered.

Tasting Notes: Black Cherry, Cocoa, Baking Spice