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2021 Mettler Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2021 Cabernet is exhibiting flavors of tart cherry on the front with notes of ripe blackberry on the finish. Toasted spices, like coriander can be detected as well as nutmeg. The French oak lends a nice addition of warm vanilla. Tannins are balanced and smooth.Inviting aromas of dark cherry, cola, cedar, mineral, and earth followed by a graceful mingling of cherry, cranberry and sweet oak flavors with a whisper of vanilla. On the palate, the rich mouthfeel is moderated by juicy acidity, and the long finish is reminiscent of a fine Bordeaux. This elegant and poised Cabernet is accessible now, and its structure and complexity will see it through many years of aging.
The grapes for this wine are from our estate vineyards and grown in three Lodi sub-appellations: Jahant—Cool and dry with pink Rocklin-Jahant loam. Clements Hills—Warmer and wetter with rolling hills. Mokelumne River—historical center of Lodi with sandy soils. For each vineyard, the planting and trellis systems were customized for each specific vineyard site. The vineyards are certified sustainable through the Lodi Rules program.