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Tasting Notes

2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
N a p a V a l l e y

Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon is filled with mountain character, big, bold and brambly. We blend fruit from our Mount
Veeder ranches with other small lots of rich, intense Napa Valley grapes to create a powerful and complex wine, with fine tannins and the
potential to age.

Appearance Deep ruby.

Aroma Layers of blackberry, red plum, and dark forest fruits. Vibrant and rich, with compelling notes of bay, chocolate, and
coffee.

Taste and Texture Concentrated dark cherry and cassis, with bright fruit character, a well-structured
palate, and fine mountain tannins. Big yet approachable, the mouthfeel is full and
round, with good body and balance. Sweet oak notes complement the vibrant fruit,
and the long finish is graced by flavors of cocoa, cassis, and rich mountain character.

Varietal Composition 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 3% Other Red Varietals.

Appellation Napa Valley
Time in Oak 24 months
Type of Oak 91% French oak, 84% new
Total Acidity 6.8 g/L
pH 3.74
Alcohol 14.5%