2018 Cabernet - Summit Lake Vineyards (4 of 4)

2018 Summit Lake Vineyards "Emily Kestrel" Cabernet Sauvignon
The foundation for this wine comes from the Cabernet vines that Bob first planted on the property in 1973.  Old, gnarled and well established, these vines produce less and less fruit each year, but what they produce is beautiful, complex and a stunning example of the terroir that Howell Mountain is famous for.  Floral and spicy with supple tannins and a long finish.  
 
Drink now or age 20+
 
About Summit Lake Vineyards:
Summit Lake Vineyards first commercial release, a 1978 Zinfandel, won the coveted double gold medal at the California State Fair. It sold out in just eight days. They had done it! 2021 will mark our 50th year at Summit Lake Vineyards, and we are proud to still be Family Owned and Operated. In addition to our Zinfandel, we are now producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel Port, Petite Sirah,a Red Wine Blend a Rosé and a Sparkling Rosé. All of these wines are named for Bob and Sue’s granddaughters; Emily Kestrel, Clair Riley, Sophia Lynn, Blythe Susan, and grandsons Ben and Shane.
 
For more info: https://www.summitlakevineyards.com/
 
Retail Value = $95