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1977 Cabernet Sauvignon, Backus Vineyard
Winemaking Data Grapes were harvested at an average of 24.3° Brix, conventionally fermented, and aged 14 months in 60-gallon French oak barrels & 8 months in Yugoslavian puncheon barrels before being blended, fined with fresh egg whites, and bottled in December 1979.
Shop Current ReleasesBlend and Grape Sources 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot from independent growers.
Appellation Oakville, Napa Valley
Aging/Cooperage 14 months in 60-gallon French oak barrels & 8 months in Yugoslavian puncheon barrels before being blended, fined with fresh egg whites, and bottled in December 1979.
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