This hand-selected, hand crafted vineyard designated Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the Amber Knolls Vineyard. The Beckstoffer family purchased this property in the late 1990's after determining that the soils and microclimate were perfect for growing ultra-premium Cabernet Sauvignon Grapes. The property is showcased by its deep, red hillside soils that are heavily laced in obsidian. We believe that Amber Knolls has unlimited potential in creating some of the finest grapes grown in the world.

The 2005 vintage of Amber Knolls Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon has bright aromas of cherries, cranberries, and roses. It leads into a deep layering of earthy spices, vanilla, and cocoa. It finishes with beautiful and youthful tannins, creating a nice balance of Black cherry and spice.

Alcohol 14.5% by volume
5000 cases produced

Harvest - Grapes were picked October 10-14, 2005 at 25.4 brix.

Vineyard - The Amber Knolls Vineyard is located in the Red Hills Appellation. The soils are extremely unique to the area and are only found in this very small appellation.

The vineyard soils are a mix of deep red volcanic clay, aggregate and obsidian.

The vineyard itself sits on a East facing slope with varying altitude from 1200 to 2000 feet. The average daytime summer temperature is 84 degrees with average nighttime temps of 51 degrees.