2024 DAKOTA SHY CABERNET SAUVIGNON T-E-N

TASTING NOTES

Graphite, blackberry, and black cherry aromas lead into a lush, silky palate layered with plum, currant, licorice, and dried herbs. Plush and vibrant, this Cabernet showcases the valley floor’s hallmark texture and early approachability while retaining depth and complexity. Notes of grilled herbs, mint, and blood orange linger over a long, smooth finish—an elegant and expressive reflection of our valley floor vineyards.

T-E-N

The T-E-N Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of our valley floor vineyard sites. We look to the valley floor for plush texture and fruit – and that is clearly evident in the 2023 T-E-N.

SPECIFICATIONS

AppellationNapa Valley (Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena, Calistoga)
Blend95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot
Barrel Aging18 months, 70% New French Oak
Clones7, 4, 8, 337
Rootstocks101-14, 039-16, 110R
Soilsalluvial marine sedimentary, gravelly loam and clay loam
Vineyard ManagerVarious
WinemakerTom Garrett
Production325 cases