Gagnon Kennedy Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Monte Rosso Vineyard’ 2020

The essence of the historic Monte Rosso Vineyards bright red volcanic soils appeared to be magically carried over into the aromatics and color of the wine during fermentation. However, post elevage and assemblage, the wine transmogrified itself into a cabernet of blue/black complexion. The aromatics are effusive of freshly baked mixed berry pie, cinnamon, allspice, bay leaf, and sweet cacaoa nibs from the 60% new French Oak barrels.

On the palate, this wine is possibly the least tannic in their entire portfolio of Cabernets. The pedigree of the Monte Rosso Vineyard is exemplified by the intensity of fruit and electrical minerality. The wines extended finish is enveloped with a welcoming intensity of medium-fine tannin.