NEW ARRIVALS to CAPITOL CELLARS
GHOST BLOCK
With the extraordinary vintages that California has experienced since 2012 the 2015 has captured our attention even more. It's as close to perfection that a vintage can attain and our favorite wineries like Ghost Block make this recent release memorable. For our customers that were fortunate to get on the allocation list the wine is here for pickup. However, as the exclusive retailer in the area, we are allowed to offer a small amount to those who have never experienced such a beautiful wine. Call or email to reserve your wine.
Nestled on a gently sloping knoll, Ghost Block vineyard is named in honor of Napa's pioneer winemakers who rest in a tiny 150-year-old cemetery on the north edge of Yountville - the epicenter of Napa Valley. Graced with perfect drainage and sunny exposure, Ghost Block Vineyard is a jewel, an heirloom, passed down through
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a single family for over 100 years. Coveted by celebrity winemakers, the fruit from this and nearby vineyards has been the cornerstone of many of Napa's 'cult wines'.
GHOST BLOCK 2015 "OAKVILLE ESTATE" Napa Cabernet Sauvignon...REG. $72, Special $62.95
The fruit comes from the Rock Cairn vineyard, a 30-year-old vineyard in Oakville, Napa Valley that is 100% certified organic. Finesse oriented with an elegant balance and structure. Bright floral aromatics, such as rose petals and tobacco. A full-bodied Cabernet that attacks with loads of dark berry fruits, cocoa and nutmeg. The palate is supported by the lasting finish of black cherries and coffee.
McGAH FAMILY VINEYARDS "SCARLETT"
Mike Smith is an award-winning winemaker who started his career under the direction of Thomas Brown and worked with a vast array of wine labels including Schrader, Maybach Family, Tamber Bey and Rivers Marie & Carter Cellars. It was during this period that he developed his own philosophies on winemaking, based on the strong foundation he built while working with these established labels.The award-winning Scarlett Cabernet Sauvignon, named after the founder's daughter, is crafted exclusively from fruit grown on their magnificent 64-acre Rutherford vineyard estates.
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The 2015 vintage was the last of the drought years, which offered bold and classic characteristics to the finished wines. Violet in color, with a clarity that shows the overall vibrancy of this wine. Aromas of high-toned black currant, dark cherry, and anise dance on the palate. Dark ripe berries, cassis, light spice notes with hints of earthy notes yield a rich and smooth mid-palate. The finish is loaded with ripe and opulent fruit that is framed by firm, but supple tannins, gaining length and grace along the way.
MCGAH 2016 "SCARLETT" Rutherford Napa Zinfandel...REG. $45, Special $38.95
This is a Zin for Cab lovers! Old vine, a real stunner. It possesses amazing aromatics and flavors and is full of charisma. On the nose large gobs of black stone fruit and pomegranate jump out of the glass! This youngster is full-bodied and extremely well-balanced. The palate is loaded with bright black currants, black cherries, chocolate, spice and a touch of tobacco. The finish is long and intense and does not seem to end.
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