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Snowden
For three generations, the Snowden family has been farming red grapes on their ranch which overlooks the towns of Rutherford and St. Helena in Napa Valley. The vineyards are planted well above the valley floor which give the wines the concentrated and complex finish that they are known for. After releasing their first vintage in 1993, they have grown to produce two Bordeaux blends from their estate vineyards and a small amount of Sauvignon Blanc from premier sites throughout the Valley. The site also is the source for grapes for several other vintners such as Silver Oak Wine Cellars, Frank Family Vineyard, David Ramey, Viader and Caymus. Snowden wines have continuously received very high ratings, and their limited case production makes them even more desirable to consumers.
Tasting Notes
- WE95
- This Cabernet takes its place among Napa’s top tier. Bone dry and nobly structured, it shows firm tannins and bracing acidity, framing classic blackberry and currant flavors. Should come into its own after 2015.
- WA94+
- The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is drop-dead gorgeous. Dark red fruit, tobacco, flowers and licorice emerge from this massive, powerful wine. The Reserve fleshes out beautifully on the palate as the fruit gains dimension and volume. Hints of licorice, menthol and tar wrap around the powerful, structured finish. This is a dazzling showing from Snowden. The 2009 harvest was not an easy one, but Diana Snowden Seysses did a brilliant job coping with the October rains. In 2009 the blend is 75.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19.1% Merlot, 3.8% Cabernet Franc and 1.6 % Petit Verdot. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2029.
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