
2023 DAKOTA SHY CABERNET SAUVIGNON MOULDS FAMILY VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A classic dark, opulent and compelling Moulds Cabernet. Violets, sage, black cherry, baking chocolate. Powerful in texture and structure. Shows extraordinary density and richness while remaining vibrant. Packed with layers of flavor – mineral, herbs, dark fruits and complex floral notes. Super long, rich and complex. Fantastic.
THE MOULDS FAMILY VINEYARD
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 Moulds and vineyard manager, Roberto Juarez, ensure 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
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 | 500 cases, 20 barrels |