2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, California | Willow Creek District | 15% ABV
Vineyard Jada & Caliza Vineyard
Elevage Aged in 100% new French oak 225L barriques
Blend 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah
Cases 50
Harvest Notes
Both varieties were fermented in stainless steel tanks using specialized yeast for optimal extraction of color, tannins, flavors, and textures. The wine was aged in 100% new French oak 225L barriques produced by the highly sought after and allocated cooperage by Vincent Darnajou. These barrels really help to soften the tannins and bring the sweet fruit tones and baking spice together.
The Cabernet in this vintage was very special, so much so that we needed to keep a couple of barrels to showcase this wine on its own. Just a touch of Syrah blended in to bring more depth, softness, and added layers of complexity to bring the greatness of the Cabernet to life.
Accolades
Wine Enthusiast | 94 Points
A thick texture in the glass, this bottling offers dried blueberry, light pepper, toasty wood and hints of leather on the nose. The palate is lush in texture yet with sharp tannic teeth, as star anise, mace and lush berry flavors are presented atop enveloping, expertly managed tannins. —M.K.
Owen Bargreen | 94 Points
Bold and broad-shouldered, the 2021 Cairjn Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a silky mouthfeel once on the mid-palate. Peppered bacon, venison blood and loganberry preserves all dance well with mocha and exotic spices on the palate. This is fabulous stuff that can benefit from an hour in the decanter if consuming now. Drink 2024-2040