{"product_id":"veeder-house-cabernet-sauvignon-2019","title":"Veeder House Cabernet Sauvignon 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage at Veeder House reflects a return to classic Napa Valley conditions, delivering wines of purity, structure, and remarkable balance. A cool and wet winter replenished the soils and ensured healthy vine growth, followed by a mild spring that allowed for steady and even development. The summer months were warm but not excessive, with no prolonged heat spikes, enabling a slow and consistent ripening cycle. These favorable conditions extended into harvest, allowing the grapes from Mount Veeder to reach optimal phenolic maturity while preserving freshness and aromatic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard’s elevated position and rugged terrain played a defining role in shaping the vintage. Rocky, well drained soils naturally limited vine vigor, resulting in small yields of concentrated fruit. The extended growing season enhanced flavor development, producing berries with thick skins, deep color, and structured tannins. The grapes were hand harvested in multiple passes to capture each parcel at its peak. Careful sorting ensured only the finest fruit was selected, followed by fermentation in small lots to preserve vineyard expression. Gentle extraction techniques were used to balance power with finesse, while extended maceration contributed depth and complexity. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for approximately 20 to 24 months, integrating the components and adding subtle layers of spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon presents a deep garnet color with exceptional clarity and intensity. The nose is refined and layered, offering aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark plum, complemented by notes of violet, graphite, and cedar. Subtle hints of cocoa, baking spice, and crushed stone emerge with aeration, reflecting both the purity of the fruit and the mineral character of the mountain terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is full bodied and structured, with a precise balance between richness and elegance. The tannins are firm yet finely grained, providing a strong framework for the concentrated dark fruit. Flavors of cassis, black cherry, and mocha unfold with clarity, interwoven with nuances of tobacco, spice, and mineral undertones. The acidity is vibrant and well integrated, lending freshness and lift that carry through to a long, persistent finish marked by depth and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Veeder House Cabernet Sauvignon stands as a classic expression of Mount Veeder, combining concentration, structure, and finesse. It is approachable with decanting in its youth, yet its balance and depth suggest a long aging potential of 15 to 20 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest Late September to mid October 2019\u003cbr\u003eGrape Variety 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eAging Approximately 20 to 24 months in French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol Approximately 14.5 percent ABV\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Veeder House Winery","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":52842460250223,"sku":"US-2019-0004139160-750","price":129.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8557\/4255\/files\/Veeder_House_Cab_Sauv_2019.png?v=1774278745","url":"https:\/\/vinificant.com\/products\/veeder-house-cabernet-sauvignon-2019","provider":"Vinificant Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}