Our 2018 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in mostly new French oak barrels for just over 2 years, before bottling. Our rocky-hilltop vineyard landscape creates the perfect environment for this grape to thrive.

Our 2018 vintage has a slight spice aroma at first and continues with bright fruit notes of raspberry and plum. It’s reminiscent of a baked fruit tart on the plate with ripe, bold tannins which create a decadent mouthfeel & long finish. Though we expect it to peak around 2024, that doesn't mean we don't love it now, especially with the right pairing!

This is a bold wine so it should similarly be paired with a bold meal. Try with roasted beef tenderloin (especially with a fruit-based reduction) for a full, rich meal that's sure to impress or, if you're on the hunt for simpler fare: meatballs, sharp cheddar, or aged Gouda make an excellent match.

We actually have two seperate vineyards in the Milpitas Hills; one that is visible from our winery which is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, and the other know as the "Cinq Chevaux Block" which is about a half-mile further up the hill and is planted exclusively with Cabernet Sauvignon. 

This wine was aged for over two years in new and once-used French oak barrels giving it a palate similar to the bold Cabernets found in Napa. Big and rich dark fruit flavors innundate the palate; black currant, blackberry and plum are front and center and at its finish, a smooth cacao-like velvety softness. 

The Cinq Chevaux Vineyard has always produced top quality Cabernet Sauvignon grapes thanks to the almost daily attention throughout the growing season by the owners Doug and Debbie Weiland. We are proud to produce this handsome wine from such a special site and are excited to present this vintage after not producing one in 2017.

As with most Cabernets, this wine pairs incredibly well with beef. You can't beat it alongside a hearthy steak dinner, but for dessert, try it next to a rich dark chocolate based cake.