Winemaker Notes
Critical Acclaim
All VintagesOpulent in toasted oak and dark cherry, this wine is well integrated, structured and lengthy, with elements of clove, dried herb and cedar adding nuance. An accent of sweet tobacco enters on the midpalate, as the wine develops further texture and depth.
Deep ruby-purple, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon has a classic nose of crème de cassis, cedar, leather, cigar box, pencil lead, cocoa and black cherries with notes of savory herbs, exotic spices and red cherries. Medium to full-bodied, it's plush and giving in the mouth, with grainy tannins and just enough juicy acidity, finishing long on a mineral note.
An intriguing mix of red fruits and black join with a slight loamy element in the aromas along with a touch of caramelized vanilla, and these elements repeat in the ripe, medium-density flavors that follow. Fairly supple in texture and using its moderate tannin for a bit of backbone, the wine holds on well into the finish and is sure to reward now and later.
A committed partnership of friends, family and community has come together to form Knights Bridge Winery & Vineyards. They bring their considerable resources and talents to this venture, where they have created a solid foundation for the future.
Knights Bridge was founded by friends who are united in their quest for excellence, their deep respect for nature and their abiding love of wine and food. Their passion to share the bounty of the land they love so much led them to create this special place where family and friends can gather around the table to celebrate the richness of life.
A small and picturesque valley separating Napa Valley on its south border and Alexander Valley to its north, Knights Valley excels in similar varieties as the two aforementioned appellations, namely red Bordeaux varieties and blends, as well as Sauvignon blanc. Originally established by Beringer Vineyards, today several outstanding producers claim acreage here. The circadian cooling effects of the nearby Pacific Ocean create a nighttime respite for vineyards during the hot growing season.
A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe, its best examples showing potential to age beautifully for decades. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in Bordeaux's Medoc where it is often blended with Merlot and smaller amounts of some combination of Cabernet Franc, Malbecand Petit Verdot. In the Napa Valley, ‘Cab’ is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after “cult” wines. Somm Secret—DNA profiling in 1997 revealed that Cabernet Sauvignon was born from a spontaneous crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in 17th century southwest France.