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Still today, innovative breeding systems are being tested and, in particular, various clonal selections in the owned lands, which extend over an area of about 200 hectares, 90 of which are planted with vineyards, 4 with olive groves, 87 with woods and 19 currently with arable land and courtyards. Caparzo carries out an activity that aims to obtain top quality products, achieved with meticulous and artisanal production techniques, but nevertheless reveals a modern mentality in management, efficient and capable in commercial relations. More than forty years have passed since the first rows of vines and the first cellar experiences. Caparzo, in this time, grown in respect of the Brunello tradition and the different terroirs of the area, has been able to enhance its wines with a creative spirit and desire for innovation, expressing the maximum qualitative rigour. Precisely for this reason, Caparzo wines have been adopted by the most famous restaurants in the world, served at international meetings and official state dinners.
aparzo vineyards occupy about 90 hectares in the municipality of Montalcino. In Caparzo, in the hilly area, at an altitude of 220 metres, facing south to south-east, about 9 hectares of Brunello are cultivated, 3 hectares of Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Traminer, 2.5 hectares of Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 hectares of Rosso di Montalcino, 1 hectare of Sangiovese Sant'Antimo and 1.5 hectares of Moscadello. The soil is of Pliocene, sedimentary, sandy-clayey formation. In the locality of La Casa, at an altitude of 275 metres, facing south to south-east, there are 5 hectares of Brunello. The soil is of shale-clayey formation, known as marl. In the western area, called La Caduta, at a height of 300 meters, 7.5 hectares of Brunello are located on a soil of sandstone matrix, loose and rich in skeleton. From south to southeast of Montalcino, the Il Cassero vineyard is located, at a height of 270 meters, where there are about 6 hectares of Brunello, 4 of Sangiovese, 1 of Syrah, 1 of Colorino and 3 hectares of Rosso di Montalcino, on a soil of Pliocene formation with a sandy-stony or schistic-clayey matrix. Finally, south-east of Montalcino, in the San Piero-Caselle vineyard, at a height of 250 meters, 2.5 hectares of Brunello are cultivated, 15 of Sangiovese, 2.5 of Merlot, 2 of Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.5 in Syrah, 1.5 in Petit Verdot and 2 hectares in Colorino. As a rule, the harvest period begins in the first days of September for white grapes, while the red grapes are harvested in the third week of September. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese Grosso grapes destined for the production of Ca' del Pazzo are harvested separately. Only after the malolactic fermentation does the mixing of the two wines take place. The grapes destined for the production of Le Grance are softly pressed and the fermentation of the must takes place in small 350-litre oak barrels. After fermentation, the wine remains in the same barrels for twelve months. The red grapes are destemmed: the must and pomace begin fermentation at a controlled temperature for about eight days, with pumping over and punching down on the cap.
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Continuum Red Blend 2021 is made from 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cabernet Franc, 11% Merlot, 9% Petit Verdot.
A vintage set apart for its perseverance and resilience, the 2021 Continuum is one of refined concentration – a resounding expression of both measured intensity and enduring vibrancy. This is a multi-layered magnificent vintage that reveals floral notes, with black cherry and wild foraged mixed berries throughout. One can perceive the chemise, sage, and bay giving a gorgeous savory expression, reflective of the natural environment that surrounds the Sage Mountain Vineyard. 2021 is a wine of incredible complexity and nuance – a wine for the ages.
WINEGROWING- Continuum is estate grown on our Sage Mountain Vineyard. It’s location, high on Pritchard Hill along the eastern ridge above Oakville, overlooks Napa Valley and the San Francisco Bay. The rocky, volcanic soils of the site focus the vine’s energy keeping yields low yielding fruit of depth and complexity. 38 acres of mature estate vineyard, planted in 1991 and 1996, with additional plantings in 2004, 2010, together comprise 38 distinct vineyard blocks. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot are grown from 1300 to 1600 feet in elevation, on western and southern facing aspects with slight northern and eastern slopes in places. This diversity of plantings on our volcanic soils are the essence of the complexity of Continuum.
PRODUCTION- Continuum is 100% estate grown, produced and bottled. All fruit is selectively hand-harvested at night. The fruit is then sorted before and after de-stemming, and gravity fed into French oak or concrete tanks. A threeday cold soak is followed by fermentation, receiving three to four pumpovers daily, and délestage two to three times in total during the most active period. The wine remains on skins in tank for 20 to 40 days. All lots are then drained, basket pressed, and transferred with lees for malolactic fermentation and aging. Continuum spent 22 months in barrel. 63 percent of French oak barrels were new and 35 percent were once used. A single concrete amphora was also used for aging. The wine clarified slowly and settled naturally in our cold barrel room, was racked sparingly and bottled without fining or filtration. Each vineyard lot was tasted and carefully considered many times to assemble the blend. TASTING NOTES- Continuum shows energy and verve. The wine expresses purity and precision, with high tone aromatics of red and blue fruit, deep plum and rose oil. This vintage shows an approachable nerve of the land in the refined mineral quality on the palate. The surrounding native vegetation of bay and sage is evidenced in an earthy, savory profile. This is a shimmering, silky and harmoniously integrated wine with densely packed fine grain tannins.
DECANTING- For the fullest sensory experience we encourage decanting to allow the wine to breathe before serving. Decanting awakens the wine’s more purely fragrant expression and enhances the suppleness of the palate. Continuum is accessible and enjoyable upon release; however extended aging will be richly rewarded.
Review:
This note is written before the final blend of the 2021 Continuum. Deep purple-black in color, it hits the ground running with an intense nose of red and black currant preserves, lilacs, baker's chocolate, and graphite, leading to an undercurrant of black olives and red loam. On the medium to full-bodied palate it is very lively, grainy and super-concentrated, finishing long and shimmery.
-Wine Independent 98-100 Points
The 2021 Continuum is a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cabernet Franc, 11 % Petit Verdot, and 9% Merlot. Deep garnet-purple colored, notes of black cherries, warm cassis, and plum preserves storm from the glass, giving way to nuances of dark chocolate, violets, and Sichuan pepper. The full-bodied palate is fabulously concentrated and yet so energetic, delivering firm, finely grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Wow.
-Wine Palate 100 Points
This is so aromatic with blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, iron, pine bark and orange peel. Hints of wild sage and peppermint. Seductive perfumes. Full-bodied with extremely well-integrated tannins that have great length. Elegant firmness at the finish. The quality of the tannins is some of the best I have had in a young Continuum. Seamless silk. Great finish. 45% cabernet sauvignon, 35% cabernet franc, 11% merlot and 9% petit verdot. Best after 2027.
-James Suckling 99 Points
Belle Glos Clark and Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir is made from 100 percent Pinot Noir.
Deep ruby red in color with scarlet highlights, Clark & Telephone opens with bountiful aromas of red fruits of cranberry and raspberry jam, laced with clove, cedar, and holiday baking spices. Bold and complex flavors of crushed ripe cherry, cranberry and blueberry pie linger on the palate. The texture is rich and lively, and leads into a warm and structured finish.
Review:
A dark shade in the glass, this bottling offers intense aromas of black cherry, cola, rosewater and caramelized oak on the nose. The palate is rich and powerful, pairing smoky oak with black cherry flavors to create a lavish sip.
-Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
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