Yount Mill House Cabernet Sauvignon
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Yount Mill House Cabernet Sauvignon is the latest release by Napa Valley producer, Pozzan Family Winery.
- Named after their Oakville home on the border of Yountville, Yount Mill House showcases the complex yet resounding character of Napa fruit.
- The soil content and climate of the Napa Valley makes it one of the world’s most premier growing regions for Cabernet Sauvignon.
- From grape to glass, Yount Mill House captures these celebrated nuances with this well-rounded and expressive wine.
Varietal Composition: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot
Elaboration: Traditional vinification. Fermented in stainless steel vats. The wine spends 18 months in French oak before being bottled.
Tasting Notes: The nose is generous with aromas of red cherry, violets, and red plum, while the bright and expressive mouth shows candied cherry, raspberry, and freshly roasted coffee. Layered within the ample flavors is a hint of sweetly toasted French oak which lingers throughout the finish.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Michael Pozzan’s wine roots trace back to the late 1800’s in Piedmont, Italy where his great grandfather first planted vines. After traveling to America in the early-mid 1900’s, Michael’s grandfather moved to Sonoma where he planted 35 acres of Zinfandel in 1948. Some of these original vines still exist today and can be seen at the end of Pozzan Road in Healdsburg, Sonoma County. Michael grew up spending his summers at his grandparent’s vineyard and it is the foundation from which his passions spawned.
As a young adult, Michael became involved in the California wine industry working for several companies focused on imports and distribution. It wasn’t until 1990 that Michael, with the loving support of his wife Mary Ann, left his sales position to follow his dream of producing his own wine. Displaying a keen pallet and a knack for blending, Michael Pozzan released his first vintage in 1991, consisting of 200 cases. Over the years his success grew as he formed stronger relationships with winemaking peers and growers, giving him the edge in producing fine wines from the most competitive region in the country. Now celebrating over 25 years of production, Michael is joined by his two sons, Dante and Matthew Pozzan, as the family winery looks to continue their passion of producing fine wines with balance and personality.