Villa Del Lago Cabernet Sauvignon Allocation
Our sister winery Villa Del Lago consists of 20 acres of cabernet sauvignon on Pritchard Hill, located above Lake Hennessey in St. Helena. Although not technically its own AVA, Pritchard Hill is home to some of the worlds finest cabernet vineyards. The concentrated flavors of chocolate and lush mountain fruit as well as the superior elegance and balance of Villa Del Lago is achieved through the extraction of only one-third ton of grapes per acre, utilizing only free-run juice. Villa Del Lago consistently receives 97-100 points from Robert Parker, Jr. These wines can be consumed early but will age beautifully for 20+ years. Currently, this cabernet sauvignon is only available to our VIP Members.
Also known as “The Beauty” in the caves, this wine is a rival to The Beast and one of our flagship offerings at Del Dotto. This beautiful property consists of 20 planted acres in two blocks. This vineyard faces West, with cool evenings effected by Lake Hennesey. The soil is rocky, clay-loam on both the upper and lower slopes. It is planted in 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with and average of 15 year old vines. We have slowly started to replant sections of this property in an effort to make the best wines possible.
From the spectacular vineyard atop Pritchard Hill, this Cabernet Sauvignon exudes elegance, beauty, and balance. It presents lovely blueberry, cassis, and blackberry expressions, amaretto cookie, chocolate, and a beautiful floral impact. The expressive nose carries through to the palate. Deep and rich, there is concentration without being out of balance. It is a substantial wine while being very elegant. Should age well for 10-15 years.
VINTAGE: 2022
BLEND: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from our Pritchard Hill Vineyard
BARREL: French Oak
AGED: 24 months
BOTTLED: September 2024
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