Anakota Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2001

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BN#155751

Anakota

Sourced from Estate-owned mountain vineyards, Anakota is a collection of single vineyard, single varietal Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon wines that exemplify the rustic elegance and spirit of Sonoma County's Mount St. Helena. Situated on the flanks and foothills of Mount St. Helena, each mountain vineyard is brought to life as stressed vines struggle with rocky soils and challenging climatic conditions to create tiny, intensely flavored berries. Tucked away in the foothills of Mount St. Helena's highest peak, Helena Montana Vineyard is the sole source of fruit for this Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Located 700 feet above sea level in Knights Valley, Helena Montana lives up to the origin of its name ”" Mountain. The soft, yet powerful Helena Montana fruit reflects vineyard slopes up to 30 degrees, as well as rocky volcanic soil - a gift left long ago by nearby volcanic activity. This tightly compacted volcanic soil gives the appearance of solid rock. The fruit for this wine is exceptionally concentrated, as indicated by the deep, dark purple color, and the rich, black fruit bouquet. Although black fruit also prevails in the full-bodied flavor, hints of chocolate and espresso are present. Remarkably soft tannins give this 2001 vintage wine a velvet-like quality.

Wine Advocate

"...possesses terrific color saturation in addition to sweet, concentrated blackberry and currant fruit intermixed with underbrush and smoke characteristics. Medium to full-bodied, ripe, layered, and impressive, it is one of the finest Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignons I have tasted. Given its opulence, it will be accessible young, and should age well for 10-15 years." 90-92 points

Score: 92. —Robert Parker,