2016 marked the fifth consecutive year of a punishing drought in Northern California; however, Napa Valley was fortunate to receive 25+ inches of rain; most of which fell before March; making the soil conditions ideal for budbreak that began in early March. Conditions in August were perfect for ripening and moderate temperatures persisted up until harvest with only a temporary heat spike in early September. Harvest began on September 9th under mild conditions which allowed the vineyard team to be more selective and work at a steady pace.

The 2016 Member’s Blend conveys all of the noble traits that make Spring Mountain so desired, with a dense core of fruit, savory spices, chocolate mint and sweet mulberries. It is a blend 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 42% Merlot sourced 100% from our 6 acre estate on Spring Mountain. After choosing the top lots for our 125 cases of Estate Cabernet and 450 cases of Perry’s Blend we use our remaining wine to create small lots that are only available to our club members and mailing list. It was bottled on January 27, 2020 after 24 months of aging in 55% French Oak and another 12 months resting in neutral oak.