2020 Synthesis Cabernet Sauvignon Napa ValleyWinemaker Notes High toned tart cherry, on a core of under ripe raspberry and hibiscus tea. Herbaceous and taut, with touches of orange zest, mountain sage, and dried rose petals. Fleshy, with silky fine grained tannins layered over vibrant acidity with hints of vanilla and fresh clove on the finish. About Winery The inception of Synthesis was in 1997, with the intention of making a flagship wine that was a defining representation for our love for the

which is now owned exclusively by Marchesi de' Frescobaldi

” While Cedar Knoll is lauded for its wines (and spirits)

allowing the right operations timing

During this same period

this wine is irresistible and sure to show well from the start

A wine that will benefit from very long ageing and that will require a long time in the bottle before showing a more integrated structure

but even better in 2023

When this small bed and breakfast became too popular for the crowd from the cities up and down the west coast the Hotel Carter was added and a restaurant (the highly regarded Restaurant 301) was needed for the guests

as well as 100 acres over two vineyards on the western Sonoma Coast

13% Merlot

Etzel along the dramatic southernmost edge of the Chehalem Moutnains AVA on volcanic Witzel soil

best enjoyed 2022-2040