Vineyard Notes:

Our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of two small Estate vineyards on either side of Highway 29, located only 1/8 of a mile apart, and totaling just three acres. Both vineyards are composed of the same alluvial gravelly loam which is found in some of the best vineyards in Rutherford.

This growing region is one of the best for Cabernet Sauvignon due to ideal soil and climate conditions.  Wines of the Rutherford Appellation display the “Rutherford Dust” characteristic that make them distinctive from other Cabernet Sauvignons grown in other areas of the Napa Valley, setting them apart as some of the best in the world.

Vintage Notes:

A warm, dry spring brought early bud break, helped with canopy vigor and berry size and created ideal conditions for flowering and fruit set. With the exception of one heat spike in late June/early July, temperatures were consistently in the zone for optimal vine activity, resulting in notably healthy vines as fruit went through veraison and started ripening.

Two brief mid-September rains had virtually no impact on the grapes. The vast majority of the more delicate skinned grapes had already been harvested and sunny weather with breezes followed the rains, allowing for the mostly Cabernet Sauvignon that remained to dry out almost immediately. The cooler, sunny weather throughout October allowed the final grapes still on the vine to linger longer, developing more phenolic and flavor maturities with sugar levels remaining steady.

Winemaker’s Notes:

A classic and rustic expression of Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, revealing refined aromas of blackberry, black cherry, sweet cassis and clove. This full-bodied wine displays red stone fruits and earthy tobacco flavors, balanced by a subtle acidity and supple, moderate tannins. The smooth finish is gracefully enhanced by definitive Rutherford Dust. Drink now through the next 8 - 10 years.

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel Aging: 22 Months 100% French Oak, 65% New Appellation: Rutherford Production: 364 Cases Alcohol: 14.6%

1673 HWY. 29 | P.O. BOX 552 RUTHERFORD, CA 94573 PH. 707.963.0544 FAX 707.963.2582 PESTONIFAMILY.COM

2013 CABERNET SAUVIGNON Rutherford | Napa Valley