Aromas of black currents, black cherry, ripe berries and violets with hints of anise and cocoa, plus top notes of violets and graphite. A big, elegantly structured wine; full bodied, balance soft with great minerality, supple ripe tannins and great length.

Our 2004 Dyer Vineyard Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon remains in the same stylistic groove we have maintained since 1996 - we favor a restrained, balanced style that reflects pride of place.

The 04 harvest was one of the earliest since we planted the vineyard. An unusually warm spring pushed budbreak forward. Cool temperatures during bloom and a hot summer lead to a light crop and early harvest.

Flavors are intense and fruit driven.