Exotic dark fruits, plum, chocolate, vanilla and grilled brioche aromatics. Opulent core of fruit and texture that is framed by fine-grained tannin and juicy acidity. Wonderful interplay of herbs, dark fruit, spice. Broad and massive. This is a gorgeous, powerful, complex and hedonistic wine. Delicious now but will reward a decade in the cellar.
Steve and Betsy Moulds planted the 11-acre Moulds Family Vineyard in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District in 2000. Committed to excellence in farming and a strong relationship with Dakota Shy, Betsy ensures that their Cabernet fruit allows us to craft a standout wine every vintage.
Winemaker Tom Garrett sources from 5 distinct blocks on Moulds property and has made a vineyard-designated Dakota Shy Moulds Family Vineyard bottling every year since 2012. The flavor range, texture and power make the Moulds Family Vineyard Cabernet a perennial favorite of ours and of our Dakota Shy family.
| Appellation | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley |
| Blend | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Barrel Aging | 18 months, 70% New French Oak |
| Clones | 338, 169 and 685 |
| Rootstocks | 101-14, 110R and 1616C |
| Soils | Fractured marine sedimentary and alluvial soils |
| Vineyard Manager | Roberto Juarez, Steve and Betsy Moulds |
| Winemaker | Tom Garrett |
| Production | 450 cases, 18 barrels |
