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A FAMILY ESTATE IN ITS PRIME
• 25 acres planted in 1997 on the steep slopes at the eastern edge of the St. Helena AVA
• Situated above the fog line at 600–800 feet, with ample light and warmer nights that promote greater concentration
• 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc
• A mosaic diversity of aspects, exposures and soil types, including the coveted Forward Kidd, Henneke, gravelly and clay loam
SUSTAINABLE, HIGH-PRECISION VITICULTURE
• Plant-by-plant farming decisions ensure each vine has optimal growth, development, and capacity
• Organic techniques promote natural health of the soils and surrounding ecosystem
• Precisely timed and targeted irrigation according to levels of vine stress supports healthy development throughout the growing season
• Spore traps monitor levels of vineyard mildew activity, allowing us to limit spraying to the minimum necessary
• Restorative compost tea supports soil vitality, vine health, and superior clusters
• We harvest ton-by-ton as the fruit achieves perfect ripeness, and vinify each lot separately to preserve its unique characteristics
THE DIFFERENCE IN THE BOTTLE
• Diversity of soils, aspects and exposures yields tremendous variety of fruit flavor, intensity, and structure, which imparts complexity, personality and character to the final blend
• Even ripening achieves phenolic ripeness without excessive sugar levels, allowing for rich aromatics in perfect balance
• Hillside fruit offers excellent color, structure and tannin to support extended cellaring and continued evolution over time
THE PROFILE ESTATE VINEYARD