Philip Togni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, "Estate" Spring Mountain
Like the classified growths of Bordeaux, Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon shows its finesse in cellaring potential and outstanding quality every vintage. The Tognis have lived on and farmed this golden spot on Spring Mountain for the last 40 years. The estate’s high elevation and well draining soils allow the Tognis the luxury of harvesting on schedule at the preferred ripeness. Fans of his style will find a wine that speaks of the incredible Spring Mountain terroir with ample fruit and a solid foundation of structure, which will age beautifully for decades.
Vineyard: Estate vineyard at 2000' above the inversion layer
Farming: Organic
Vinification: Stainless steel fermentation with regular pump-overs, gravity fed into barrel; minimal racking
Aging: 20 months in barrel, 40% new French oak (Nevers), unfiltered, unfined
Philip Togni’s first bottling was 1982 when still wines below 15 percent alcohol were broadly classified as “table wine” rather than displaying alcohol percentages. The Togni label still bears this classification.