Antica Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Townsend’ 2019

Introduction

Set high on the ridge overlooking Rector Canyon with Napa Valley 1600 feet below, this 24-acre vineyard is planted on a west-facing slope of well-drained, volcanic soils. Townsend vineyard’s architecture is based on Antinori’s planting philosophy for new vineyards in Tuscany, with high-density vine spacing to ensure low production of fruit per vine, rows aligned from east to west for ideal sun exposure, and training the vines low to the ground to take advantage of radiant heat from the volcanic rock and soils.
Deep garnet-purple in colour, with bold aromas of preserved plum and blueberry pie. On the palate, the wine is richly fruited and full-bodied, with gorgeous velvety tannins, spicy black fruit and a lengthy finish.