2016 | Checkerboard 'Aurora' Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley Nahe To the nose

To the nose

Crisp white pit fruits give way to lemon oil notes

subtle hints of lime blossom

this wine is elegant

Based on 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc raised in 40% new barrels (the balance is in second- and third-fill oak)

2016 | Checkerboard 'Aurora' Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley Nahe To the noseThere's a fresh, sweet aroma to the 2016 Checkerboard Aurora Vineyard that builds excitement and anticipation for what's to come. On approach, the palate is juicy and expansive and explodes with flavors of blackberry, mulberry, dark cherry, caramel, leaf tobacco and green olive. The wine continues with a voluptuousness that's linear and constant yet lifted by natural acidity. The finish is showy, long and lingering with finely polished tannins.