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LAKE VINEYARD FROM DIAMOND CREEK
Situated on a geological and topographical marvel, Diamond Creek Vineyards became California's first exclusive Estate Cabernet Sauvignon winery when Al Brounstein first started clearing the 79-acre site in 1968. The maiden vintage was 1972 and the wines have remained true to his original intention of crafting the quintessential Cabernet. Earlier vintages required long aging to evolve, however they have become significantly more accessible since the 1990s while retaining their ageability. The emphasis has always been on quality with total production limited to approximately 2000 cases.
Located at an elevation of 800 feet, Diamond Creek's auspicious grape growing climate combines cooling afternoon breezes from the ocean on the west moderating the Calistoga valley heat in the east. As many as 15 to 20 pickings over a lengthy month long harvest ensure each grape is picked at its optimal ripeness. Phil Steinschriber, Diamond Creek's winemaker since 1991, has introduced several improvements including vertical training and stainless steel fermenting, continuing the focus on ripeness and purity of fruit.
Al Brounstein initially identified three distinguishable vineyard blocks by their diverse soil structure: volcanic, gravelly and red rock. Through the woods along the side of the Creek itself sits a tiny vinyard less than an acre in size nestled alongside a quiet, tranquil Lake, giving name to vineyard. Lake is the rarest of the Diamond Creek wines, as it is substantially cooler than its counterparts. In all, it has been made only 12 times in the estate's history. Rarely seen in large formats, this is classic and traditional California Cabernet at its best.
The following lot is part of a larger consignment featured in our Day Session, lots 542-556.
Diamond Creek, Lake Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon--Vintage 1991
Napa Valley
Level: into neck, lightly cracked wax capsule
In original wooden case
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Situated on a geological and topographical marvel, Diamond Creek Vineyards became California's first exclusive Estate Cabernet Sauvignon winery when Al Brounstein first started clearing the 79-acre site in 1968. The maiden vintage was 1972 and the wines have remained true to his original intention of crafting the quintessential Cabernet. Earlier vintages required long aging to evolve, however they have become significantly more accessible since the 1990s while retaining their ageability. The emphasis has always been on quality with total production limited to approximately 2000 cases.
Located at an elevation of 800 feet, Diamond Creek's auspicious grape growing climate combines cooling afternoon breezes from the ocean on the west moderating the Calistoga valley heat in the east. As many as 15 to 20 pickings over a lengthy month long harvest ensure each grape is picked at its optimal ripeness. Phil Steinschriber, Diamond Creek's winemaker since 1991, has introduced several improvements including vertical training and stainless steel fermenting, continuing the focus on ripeness and purity of fruit.
Al Brounstein initially identified three distinguishable vineyard blocks by their diverse soil structure: volcanic, gravelly and red rock. Through the woods along the side of the Creek itself sits a tiny vinyard less than an acre in size nestled alongside a quiet, tranquil Lake, giving name to vineyard. Lake is the rarest of the Diamond Creek wines, as it is substantially cooler than its counterparts. In all, it has been made only 12 times in the estate's history. Rarely seen in large formats, this is classic and traditional California Cabernet at its best.
The following lot is part of a larger consignment featured in our Day Session, lots 542-556.
Diamond Creek, Lake Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon--Vintage 1991
Napa Valley
Level: into neck, lightly cracked wax capsule
In original wooden case
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