Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise En Place 2016 subregion_Medoc Saintsbury first bought Stanly fruit

Saintsbury first bought Stanly fruit in 1984 beginning what has become an unbroken streak of vintages since

crisp acidity finishes off the initial sensation of creaminess on the mid-palate

juicy flavors of plum

and toffee with a slightly chewy

Incredible balance of fruit and honey against more mature flavors of roasted chestnuts and tobacco

Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise En Place 2016 subregion_Medoc Saintsbury first bought Stanly fruitVintage 2016 was unseasonably cool and led to late bud break and later than normal harvest. Modest shatter occurred but not to the extent of 2015 and so while harvest was smaller than average, we look at it as quite normal. The longer season allowed for perfect flavor development in Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot across Oakville. Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot.