2006 Kendall-Jackson Highland Estates Trace Ridge Red Wine

Tasting Notes

"Petit Verdot adds color and monster tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon lends soft, sensuous tannins. The Merlot provides a smooth velvety finish. Dark fruit flavors abound in the bouquet and palate." - Randy Ullom, Winemaster

Acclaim

97 Points - "Dark, viscous and monumental, this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend detonates on the palate with black currants, chocolate and cedar, wrapped into the most perfect tannins. Outstanding, and should age for many years." - Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, July 2009

93 Points - "The most limited production cuvee is the 2006 Trace Ridge Proprietary Red, a spectacular offering. It's deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by notes of sweet cassis, crushed rocks, licorice, earth, and graphite. Full-bodied and deep, it is another excellent example of what Knight's Valley can produce."
- Robert M. Parker Jr., Wine Advocate, December 2008

Gold Medal - 2009 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Wine Statistics

Appellation: Knights Valley
Composition: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 7% Petit Verdot
Barrel Aging: Aged 19 months in 100% French oak, 45% new
Alcohol: 14.5%
TA: .57 g/100ml
pH: 3.78
Cases Produced: 404

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2006 Kendall-Jackson Highland Estates Trace Ridge Red Wine