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The October 2016 Distinguished Cellar Auction, Part II
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"Ripe, silky tannins frame an expressive core of dark red fruit, flowers, mint and sweet spices in the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Bisou. The 2009 shows the typical flavor profile of this site, but with more volume and depth than has often been the case. All of the aromas and flavors build effortlessly to the rich, creamy finish . . . . These are the finest wines I have tasted from James and Michelle Johnson, and their winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. Over the years I have probably tasted every wine from this small 3-acre property in one of the cooler parts of St. Helena, but these wines are a step up from previous releases. Sometimes things take time. Unfortunately the 2010 and 2011 fruit has been sold to another top St. Helena winery, so there may not be any future releases from James Johnson Vineyards. The property was originally planted in 1989 with the Grace clone. Two additional acres were planted in 2000 with clones 4 and 337. It would be great to see this project move forward."
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"Ripe, silky tannins frame an expressive core of dark red fruit, flowers, mint and sweet spices in the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Bisou. The 2009 shows the typical flavor profile of this site, but with more volume and depth than has often been the case. All of the aromas and flavors build effortlessly to the rich, creamy finish . . . . These are the finest wines I have tasted from James and Michelle Johnson, and their winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. Over the years I have probably tasted every wine from this small 3-acre property in one of the cooler parts of St. Helena, but these wines are a step up from previous releases. Sometimes things take time. Unfortunately the 2010 and 2011 fruit has been sold to another top St. Helena winery, so there may not be any future releases from James Johnson Vineyards. The property was originally planted in 1989 with the Grace clone. Two additional acres were planted in 2000 with clones 4 and 337. It would be great to see this project move forward."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
California's most prestigious wine region, celebrated worldwide for opulent, structured Cabernet Sauvignon. Diverse soils and mountain-to-valley-floor sites yield wines of remarkable ripeness, power and longevity.
California's flagship appellation for opulent, structured Cabernet Sauvignon of ripe fruit, plush tannins and cellar-worthy depth.
The world's most planted premium red grape, yielding deeply colored, tannic and structured wines with cassis, cedar and graphite notes. Firm tannins and acidity make it exceptionally age-worthy, whether as a varietal or the backbone of a Bordeaux blend.