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FIRST COME FIRST SERVE: Ghost Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE: Ghost Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

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2020 Ghost Block Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, California$74.97/BTL

Ghost Block is a highly regarded producer of small-batch, hard-to-obtain Cabernet Sauvignons from Oakville. The winery has been producing exceptional wines from premium grapes since the 1980s, and their latest release is no exception. This wine is a must-try for any serious Napa Cab enthusiast.

The name Ghost Block comes from a story told by an old-timer in 1982 about seeing the ghost of George C. Yount wandering in the rows of Andy Hoxsey's family vineyards. The vineyard for this estate-grown wine is the Rock Cairn Vineyard, located in Oakville's revered gravelly loam soil, where the grapes grow on boulders that tumbled down from Napa's eastern mountains. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested from five different blocks of varying ages and vinified separately, providing complexity and layers of density and intensity. The lots are aged for 24 months in 60% new French oak by long-time winemaker Kristi Koford, resulting in a harmonious wine that balances deep berry flavors with judiciously measured notes of barrel spice and velvety richness.

The wine exhibits aromas of blackberry with a creamy note of vanilla and browned butter, along with spicy accents ranging from black pepper to clove and allspice. Oakville's classic sweet earthy and mineral note is present in the background of each sip, and the wine is dense and voluptuous, showcasing its pedigree. This wine is exclusive to Ghost Block and is only available in limited quantities.

This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with a dry-aged, well-marbled cut of beef, such as a grass-fed ribeye, finished with a tasty slab of rosemary and sundried tomato compound butter. The wine's youthfulness and depth of flavor make it an ideal pairing for a rich and flavorful meal.We have recently acquired two six-pack cases of this highly sought-after Cab, but due to its popularity, we expect it to sell out quickly. However, there are still a limited number of cases available in our vendor's inventory. If the wine is no longer available on our e-commerce page, please contact us at [email protected] to place your order as soon as possible, so we can secure the wine for you.

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