Mayacamas 2007 Mt Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon & 2007 Mt Veeder Merlot

2007 Cabernet Sauvignon - The shallow, rocky, volcanic soils at the Mayacamas Vineyards on Mt. Veeder in western Napa County, along the with the site's elevation, warm summers and cold winters, produce small, intensely flavored berries. In 2007, the juice was aged for a year and a half in large oak casks, followed by another year in 60-gallon oak barrels. While the wine spent a long time in wood, the flavors it imparted are subtle and deftly woven. The wine instead focuses on bright violet, cherry and raspberry aromas, which turn plummy, with Earl Grey tea, mint and touch of cigar box on the palate. This is balanced, mid-weight Cab that's incredibly food friendly, with plenty of character, without being over the top. 

2007 Merlot - From dry-farmed Merlot blocks planted in the '80s, the 2007 Mayacamas Merlot is intense and powerful. Aged for six months in cask, followed by a year in small oak barrels, this also contains a small about of Cabernet Sauvignon for added structure. It exhibits concentrated cherry and black plum aromas and flavors, with accents of mint, cedar, and anise. The palate is densely packed, with defined tannins and earthy grip on the back end. Classical in style, with very Bordelaise acid and tannin structure combined with Mayacamas fruit density, this wine is built to age and will drink beautifully through 2025.

Name of Winery: Mayacamas Vineyards

Bottle Size: 750ml

Number of Bottles: Two

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon; Merlot

Appellation: Mount Veeder, Napa Valley

Since the 1950s, the vinification and élevage of Mayacamas has remained remarkably consistent and our continued commitment to employ classical techniques and tools is integral to the character of these wines. The Mayacamas style begins with an early harvest to preserve acidity and encourage bright, vibrant flavors.

The wines see extended ageing in neutral oak vessels ranging in size from small barrels to large foudres—some in use since the 1920s. Finally, the wines are released only after further time in bottle, ensuring the elements coalesce into a complete wine. This unwavering approach results in classically-styled, age-worthy wines.