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Diamond Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Volcanic Hill 2004
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Diamond Creek
In 1968, Al Brounstein planted the first Cabernet Sauvignon vines on Diamond Mountain. These vines, planted on four vineyard sites with unique soil: Gravelly Meadow, Lake, Red Rock Terrace, and Volcanic Hill, became the core of Diamond Creek Winery. These vineyards produce a small amount of long-lived wines that are elegant with great depth and richness, honored and cherished by connoisseurs all over the world. Taste the differences imparted to the wine by the distinct soils and micro-climates of Diamond Creek Vineyards – the jewel in the crown of Diamond Mountain.
Summary
The Diamond Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Volcanic Hill 2004 is a distinguished single-vineyard wine from Napa Valley’s Diamond Mountain District, crafted from a unique block of volcanic soil. This vintage showcases a deep ruby/purple hue and is characterized by its intense concentration and robust structure. Aromas of blackberry jam, mocha, and cinnamon spice lead to a palate rich in cherry-blackberry and chocolate flavors, supported by smooth, firm tannins. The 2004 growing season was warm with low yields, contributing to its lavish quality. Aged in French oak, this limited-production wine reflects the estate's commitment to terroir and quality, promising longevity and evolving complexity over time.
Tasting Notes
- WE94
- Opens with fabulous blackberry jam, mocha, cinamonny spice, oak, vanilla and sweet herb aromas. Then turns intense and concentrated, with cherry-blackberry and chocolate flavors smothered in big, smooth tannins. Really high quality. Barrel Sample: 94 points
- WA96
- The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Volcanic Hill is the most primordial, concentrated, masculine and meaty wine of this trio. It possesses surreal concentration as well as a stunningly opaque ruby/purple color, and wonderfully sweet tannin. Its layers of concentration and richness eclipse the more elegant, perfumed Gravelly Meadow and more solidly constructed Red Rock Terrace. Like its siblings, it remains ten years away from full maturity. It should drink well for 20+ years.
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