Winemaker's Notes:
Dark, rich aromas of warm cherry pie, vanilla and cassis notes waft from the glass as this very ripe Cabernet opens aromatically. While the emphasis is on the ripe fruit at entry, the undertones of toasted oak, buttered pecans, and baking spices provide base notes to the somewhat more ethereal ripe berry and floral flavors. Structurally, the wine is broad and soft, but with enough backbone to support the fruit intensity and provide ageability. The finish showcases the juicy fresh fruit flavors of this superb vineyard.
Reviews
Wine Advocate 91 Points
The three wines I tasted were all terrific. Kelly Fleming’s 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon is a gorgeous wine laced with dark red fruit, spices and flowers. This supple, tasty Cabernet is best enjoyed now and over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018.
Kelly Fleming’s 300-acre estate in Calistoga includes 12 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon that was planted beginning in 1999. Celia Welch makes the wines. This is going to be an interesting estate to follow in the coming years.-AG
