The Dutton Ranch fruit is A+. Perfectly located and perfectly farmed. We get our two favorite blocks each year. Both are even more costal than any of our own vineyards.

In 2001 these were the last grapes we picked, which is unusual for most wineries. Most of the time the whites ripen long before the Cabernet. The super-long hang time from the cool foggy mornings creates amazing complexity of both fruit and spice. We follow very traditional Burgundian techniques in the winery, but the wine is still very signature "California" in its' fruit profile...it's massive!

There is pineapple, citrus, and great floral notes. As always, we strive for warm, subtle, toasty nuances, but never that brash "oaky" finish, the balance we always talk about. The wine is full and around in the mouth, with just the right crispness to carry the smooth finish. Last vintage was a featured "Wine of the Week" in the New York Times.

Only 300 cases produced.