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2019 Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
( JUST RELEASED Nov 2022 )
$80 / 750 ml
We were able to score the fruit for this very unique Cab from a third generation owner/grower on the valley floor bordering St. Helena and Rutherford AVAs. 75 cases produced. 100% new French oak aged for 24 months then bottle aged for 10 months and can easily lay down for years to come.
Tasting Notes: We recommend decanting to unleash the whirlwind of cedar box, leather, chocolate covered raspberries, maraschino cherries, and autumn leaves. The palate brings in additional cherry cola, dark red fruit, and a hint baking spices.
Specs:
Vintage: 2019
Varietal(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
AVA: Saint Helena
Alc: 15.2%
Production: 75 cases
2018 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
$100 / 750 ml
Nestled within the highest peak of the Howell Mountain AVA is a small vineyard of amazing 50 year old Cabernet vines. Next, please introduce yourself to our 2018 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon which has been nicknamed the Playground Bully. 25 cases produced. 100% new French oak for 26 months
He packs a punch to your nose and palate. He’s a big boy that needs decanting if you drink now but with age he will mature into a contributing member of society. Find the biggest meat you can grill (think filet mignon, ribeye, or tomahawk chop) and those two will hit it off. We will definitely hold back cases for our library as this wine has a lot to offer for years to come.
Tasting Notes: Big, bold, and gorgeous. A cornucopia of plums, currants, blueberries, and raspberries abound with bay laurel weaved in. The fruit is bright but concentrated. Graphite lead and new French Oak balance out the fruit. As of our last tasting in October, this is our biggest wine yet.
Specs:
Vintage: 2018
Varietal(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
AVA: Howell Mountain
Alc: 14%
Production: 25 cases
2018 Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
$70 / 750 ml
Our classic and elegant 2018 Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon. 25 cases produced. 100% new French oak for 24 months
Tasting Notes: Milk chocolate infused with ripe raspberries. You want to keep drinking more! As it opens in the glass the ripe raspberries evolve to a dark chocolate covered cherries. The hint of fresh wood shavings adds additional depth. The finish is complex and long. You can take your time enjoying this glass as it stays with you… or you can pound it down because it is so darn good.
Specs:
Vintage: 2018
Varietal(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 6
AVA: Saint Helena
Alc: 13.3%
Production: 25 cases
2017 Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
$70 / 750 ml
Our classic and elegant 2017 Saint Helena Cabernet Sauvignon. 25 cases produced. 100% new French oak for 24 months
Tasting Notes: Pencil shavings, chocolate covered maraschino cherry, cedar box and slight hint of leather. On the palate you’ll enjoy dark fruit, cherry cola, with balanced acid and tannins throughout.
Specs:
Vintage: 2017
Varietal(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
AVA: Saint Helena
Alc: 13.3%
Production: 75 cases
2018 Central Coast Pinot Noir
$25 / 750 ml
Our Pinot Noir is grown from the Cienega Valley AVA which is part of the larger Central Coast AVA in California. We treated this Pinot to minimal new oak to allow the Pinot fruit to shine through.
Tasting Notes: An earthy, slight tobacco, cider and luxardo cherries on the nose. The palate is treated to more cherry, Dr. Pepper and slight sweet tobacco.
Specs:
Vintage: 2018
Varietal(s): 100% Pinot Noir
AVA: Cienega Valley
Alc% 13.9
Production: 50 cases
2014 Playground Proprietary Red
$48 / 750 ml
As with last vintage’s Proprietary Red this was a unique find of Napa Valley grapes and one we can never get again. Atlas Peak AVA Merlot dominates the blend and Chiles Valley Zinfandel makes a sneak peek in each taste. This wine is ready to drink now or to hang out in your cellar for a while.
Tasting Notes: This beauty’s bouquet is violets, dried roses, black pepper, baking spices, orange blossom honey. And vanilla-infused plum preserves. The palate is treated to new leather, black current, dates, dried oregano, and cedar box.
Specs:
Vintage: 2014
Varietal(s): 85% Merlot, 15% Zinfandel
AVA: Atlas Peak (Merlot), Chiles Valley (Zinfandel)
Alc: 14.8%
Production: 25 cases
2013 Playground Proprietary Red (contact us for availability)
$100 / 750 ml
25 cases produced!!! Our first wine ever produced!!! We kept hearing the same reaction from people when tasting this amazing wine from the barrel “I want to drink all of this now”. It hasn’t lasted since it went to bottle. We held back a few cases
Tasting Notes: Blackberry all the way with leather and violets living in harmony. A faint hint of orange blossom points to the fresh fruit while the tannins showcase the French Oak
Specs:
Vintage: 2013
Varietal(s): 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot
AVA: St. Helena (Cabernet Sauvignon), Oak Knoll (Merlot)
Alc: 14.8%
Production: 25 cases