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2021 Croquet Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle Image

Clif Family Winery | Howell Mountain
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Croquet Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

$150.00 / 750 ml
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Sustainable
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Organic
Beautiful oak jumps from the glass, surrounded by toffee, ripe plum, blackberry, cedar and tobacco. This is classic Croquet, with a powerful entry and full bodied tannin structure. The wine has a lush finish with long lasting tannins.
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Body (Light - Full)
Extra Light
Full
Taste (Dry - Sweet)
Bone Dry
Sweet
Profile (Earthy - Fruity)
Fruit (+)
Earth Forward
Fruit Forward
Highlights
  • Varietal percentages : 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Vineyard(s) : Clif Family Croquet Vineyard
  • Vineyard Notes : Located on the north side of Howell Mountain, the vines are planted on a steep slope at an elevation of 1785 ft. One of their warmer vineyard sites.
  • Farming : Organically farmed
  • Certifications : B Corp Certified, Organically Farmed, Napa Green Vineyard, Fish Friendly Farming
Winery Info
CLIF FAMILY WINERY
The goal of The Clif Winery family is to craft unique, regional wine and foods using practices that care for the earth and to support growers who use sustainable and organic farming methods. In this way, they can contribute to a more vibrant and healthy food community. Their hope is that as you discover their products, Clif Family becomes a part of your own adventure, reminding you to slow down and find pleasure in everyday life.
Shipping & Delivery Info
Shipping States
Clif Family Winery cannot ship to the following 7 states: AK, AR, DE, HI, MS, RI, UT.
About this wine
2021 Croquet Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle Image
Tasting Notes
Beautiful oak jumps from the glass, surrounded by toffee, ripe plum, blackberry, cedar and tobacco. This is classic Croquet, with a powerful entry and full bodied tannin structure. The wine has a lush finish with long lasting tannins.
Serving Instructions
  • Open & Decant 1hr prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature.
Glassware
  • —The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Food Pairings
  • aged cheddar, bone-in or well marbled cuts of beef like a ribeye, charred or roasted vegetables
Cheese Pairings
  • Semi-Firm / Firm / Polished
Wine Details
This bottle has the following characteristics:
Appellation
Howell Mountain
Aging
20 months
Barrel
100% new French oak
Harvest Date
9/9/21
ABV
14.8
Case Production
424