2007 Kelleher "Brix Vineyard" Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Enthusiast Review 93 Points
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Our 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep red-black color, with bright fruit forward aromas, a hint of spice and a touch of chocolate. On the palate, the wine is full bodied, concentrated, with a smooth richness that lingers. The bright fruit aromatics are persistent on the pallet, with balanced acidity and a hint of sweetness from the new French Oak. The well-structured yet smooth tannins are present throughout the lingering finish. Production is 267 cases.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2007
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Oakville
Vineyard Designation
Brix Vineyard
Harvest Date
10-28-2007
Sugar
26.5
PH
3.85
Aging
24 Months in 50% New French Oak and 50% Once Used French Oak
Bottling Date
9-18-2009
Residual Sugar
0.20 g/l
Tannin
firm
Alcohol %
15
Wine Enthusiast
93
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
5.2 Acres of Cabernet Sauvignon clone 7
4.1 Acres of Cabernet Sauvignon clone 337 (Replanted in Spring 2010)
Production Notes
Fermentation: The grapes were handpicked at full maturity, when the tannins were fully developed. The fruit was hand-sorted both in the vineyard and at the winery. The grapes were cold-soaked in stainless steel tanks and then fermented with wild yeasts. During fermentation, the tanks were pumped over twice per day until dry. Once fermentation was complete, the wine was warmed up to 100 degrees and pumped over once per day for five days, then the tank was drained over night. The wine was aged for 24 months in half new French oak barrels and half once-filled French oak. The wine was lightly fined with 1 egg white per barrel.
Production
267 Cases Produced
SL
(Jul 4, 2012 at 10:23 PM)
Perfect wine... tried it @ Brix and it was fantastic!