The 2009 growing season in Napa Valley was very mild early on, with cool temperatures slowly maturing the grapes up until dramatic rains in October forced winegrowers to decide between picking early or waiting out the rains.  By carefully monitoring our Animo vineyard, we stayed patient and waited for the rains to subside and pick at optimum maturity.  Whatever the vineyard block configuration, the most important aspect is to harvest these grapes at the height of ripeness and ideal flavor. 

96% Cabernet Sauvignon 4% Petit Verdot