Introduction:
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley from Gehricke Wines is a structured and expressive Northern Sonoma cabernet that showcases the power and refinement of this warm yet elevated appellation. Crafted with an emphasis on balance and site expression, this wine delivers depth, polish, and age-worthy structure.

Terrior:
Sourced from vineyards in the Knights Valley AVA, the fruit benefits from volcanic soils, warm daytime temperatures, and cooling evening breezes flowing from nearby mountain gaps. This combination allows cabernet sauvignon to achieve full ripeness while preserving acidity and aromatic lift, producing wines of concentration, structure, and distinctive mineral nuance.

Tasting notes:
The 2022 Gehricke Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley was blended with 10% petite sirah, 8% cabernet franc, and 2% merlot and was aged for 16 months in French, Hungarian, and American oak. It has a complex bouquet of leather and cedar intermingled with blackberries and a touch of cranberries. On the palate, flavors of ripe plum come to the forefront while baking spices and a hint of herbal character add an intriguing layer of complexity. The finish is both balanced and long. (winery notes)

Press:
91 points, Wine Enthusiast:
"This richly extracted cabernet offers aromas of black plum, cherry, and cocoa powder on the nose, giving way to flavors of blackberry compote, caramel, mint, and black pepper on the palate before a silky-smooth finish with echoes of minerality and spice."

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 14.2%
Farming Practices: Sustainable vineyard sourcing
Producer Name: Gehricke Wines
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: Knights Valley AVA, Sonoma County, California
Grape Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc, Merlot 
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Dry, full-bodied red wine
Winemaking Techniques: Aged for 16 months in French, Hungarian, and American oak
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork