2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Kurt's Vineyard

Kurt Gollnick, honorary Scheid family member for 30 years, has been farming vineyards since 1981. Kurt’s Vineyard, a 10-acre plot in the rolling hillsides of the San Lucas AVA, is the culmination of his many years of knowledge and experience. He chose the site for its potential to grow his favorite variety and the grape best suited to the terroir: Cabernet Sauvignon. This high-density planting is farmed by hand, one cluster at a time, and features eight distinct clones of Cabernet. The result is a wine of exceptional character and complexity. The 2015 vintage will be remembered for low yields and exceptional quality. This was the fourth year of the California drought and one of the earliest harvests on record. A mild winter triggered an early bud break followed by a protracted bloom. Cool, cloudy weather in May affected berry set, ultimately leading to smaller grape clusters and reduced crop levels. The high skin-to-juice ratio of the fruit produced a deeply concentrated and beautifully balanced wine.