Tasting Notes
The 2022 Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon opens with notes of blackberry compote and crushed red currant, layered with notes of graphite, baked earth, tobacco, and a hint of wild herbs. Firm, well-integrated tannins provide a strong backbone, while a vibrant acidity ensures balance and freshness. The wine finishes with a long, savory persistence, capturing the essence of Diamond Mountain’s rugged terrain. This vintage offers exceptional appeal now and promises remarkable evolution in the cellar.
This wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve its character. Natural sediment may occur.
Production Details
Vintage: 2022
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Diamond Mountain District
Vineyard Designation: Stella Knight Vineyard
Bottling Date: 2024-07-02
Cases Produced: 80 cases (12 x 750ml)
Download Tech SheetSourced from Block 3 of our Stella Knight Vineyard at the base of the Diamond Mountain District, this wine showcases the distinct qualities of the appellation. The porous soil and steep slope limit water retention, forcing the vines to dig deeper, infusing the grapes with a subtle minerality. With the fruit’s bold concentration and texture, I embrace a higher use of new oak to fully reveal the wine's character. Its complexity and depth make it a standout choice for those seeking a wine with both immediate appeal and age-worthy potential.
—Michael Baldacci, Winemaker
