William Knuttel Cabernet Sauvignon Bucher Vyd

Our Bucher Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was hand-harvested from three small blocks averaging 2.3 tons per acre. These were separately crushed into one-ton fermenters and fermentation with wild yeasts began after two days. The cap was punched down three times daily and then the bins were sealed up for an additional two weeks of maceration before pressing. Only free run portions were used in the final blend which was aged in 100% French oak for 20 months with 40% new oak at medium plus toast. The wine was bottled unfined and is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The Bucher 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon displays dense India Ink color and voluptuous aromas of blackberry and ripe blueberry tinged with wild bramble. Oak and toast mesh completely into the flavors which add black cherry and wild berry and ride a wave of firm but velvety tannins. While built for aging this wine can be enjoyed now with heartier meals.