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V.1№2 — 2022

Napa Valley

ASHES & DIAMONDS’ V.1, our tête de cuvée crafted from the finest vineyards in our portfolio, melds the power of high-elevation Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley’s Mayacamas and Vaca Mountains with the finesse of Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the Ashes & Diamonds estate on the valley floor. Dynamic elevations, volcanic and marine alluvial soil types and varying microclimates drive a complex wine of relentless length. Layering rich, densely-packed dark fruit flavors with savory characteristics of tobacco, cocoa and exotic baking spices, the wine maintains Ashes & Diamonds’ signature vibrancy and freshness, made through the prism of two winemakers—Diana Snowden Seysses and Steve Matthiasson.

Technical Data
Harvest Date
September 5 (Merlot), September 6 (Cabernet Franc), September 21 (Cabernet Sauvignon)
Maceration
16-21 days in stainless steel tanks
pH
3.69
TA
5.56 g/l
Alcohol
13.9%
Barrel Aged
18 months
Cooperage
36% new French Oak (Taransaud, Orion, Demptos, Boutes, Bossuet) 4% new Austrian Oak (Stockinger)
Cases Produced
600
Winemaker
Steve Matthiasson & Diana Snowden Seysses
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