
2021 Estate Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon
Walla Walla Valley
2021 was an exceptionally warm and early ripening vintage for this block of grapes with lower than normal yields resulting in concentrated fruit aromas and flavors.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Walla Walla Valley
Vineyard Designation
100% Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard
Aging
77% new French Barrels, 22 months
Bottling Date
May 2, 2023
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2021 Woodward Canyon Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 4 is a deep ruby-colored wine with aromas of dark cherry, cedar and subtle notes of leather and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is elegant and firm, with flavors of ripe black currant, black olive and a hint of vanilla. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, providing structure without overwhelming the fruit. This wine has good aging potential and will continue to develop and improve for at least 10 years or more. Store and serve at cellar temperature.
Vineyard Notes
Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard
Planted in 1977, Woodward Canyon is the westernmost vineyard in Walla Walla Valley AVA, roughly 15 miles west of Walla Walla Washington. There are 35 vineyard acres planted and several more acres of green belts that support native species such as western juniper, ponderosa pine, western sagebrush, arrowleaf balsamroot, and perennial wildflowers. Ritzville silt loam over fractured basalt, slope 15-18%, 750-850ft elevation. Managed by Woodward Canyon. All grapes are Salmon Safe certified, as is the wine.
Clone 4: 1.77 acres, 3’x9’ spacing, planted in 2003 on a terraced hillside at 600’ elevation; among the highest-rated clones in Napa, CA. The plant material for this clone was originally sourced from Mendoza, Argentina but came to us from a certified nursery getting the plant material from FPMS at UC Davis; Davis, CA.
Observation from Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard: grows well at WC Estate Vineyard, is very nice in the Cabernet Sauvignon blend; dark concentrated black fruit, great mouthfeel, and texture.
Winemaker Notes
Fermented with Woodward Canyon native yeast in 1.5 ton stainless steel fermenters.
Food Pairing Notes
Pair this wine with roasted chicken or veal, goat cheese, brie or light blue
cheese, or flavorful stir-fried vegetables.
Production
Case Production: 135 cases
Other Notes
Varietal composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon