2018 Rodney Strong 2040 Cabernet Sauvignon | Cooley Ranch
*From Sonoma's Most Dramatic Mountain Vineyard*
Vineyard Character
Sky High Block
- Elevation: 2,040 feet
- Location: Cooley Ranch, Western Sonoma
- Position: Highest point above Lake Sonoma
- Terrain: Steep mountain slopes
- Views: Overlooks surrounding peaks
Technical Details
- Blend: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec
- Aging: 24 months in 100% new French oak
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- pH: 3.61
- Total Acidity: 0.61g/100mL
Tasting Profile
Aromatics
- Violet
- Blueberry
- Black cherry
- Sweet oak
Palate
- Rich mountain fruit
- Rocky minerality
- Hints of spice
- Vanilla notes
- Tobacco
- Dark plum
Structure
- Deft tannin integration
- Velvety smooth texture
- Lingering finish
- Elegant balance
- Mountain complexity
Vineyard Notes
- Wild, expansive territory
- Extreme elevation viticulture
- Deep-rooting vines
- Thick-skinned berries
- Bold, complex flavors
Food Pairing
- Grilled filet mignon
- Braised beef short ribs
- Sharp cheeses
Limited production from this dramatic new mountain site in Sonoma's far western reaches.
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