The 815 Cabernet is named for the August 15^th birth of Lucy, Joel and Sarah Gotts’ oldest daughter who was born during the 2003 harvest.  In a very short time, Joel Gott has established cult status in California winemaking and earned a reputation as someone making affordable, carefully crafted wines.  Aside from making wine, Joel also keeps his hands in several other successful businesses, including Napa Valley’s hottest burger stand, the iconic Taylor’s Refresher.

The fruit for this Cabernet is sourced from several different sites.  Together, the appellations of Napa Valley, the Mendocino coast, Paso Robles, and Lake County create a balanced, well-structured wine with supple tannins and bright acidity.

The wine is a dark ruby color and aromas of blackberry, plum, & spicy oak spill out of the glass.  This is a full-bodied red with flavors of blueberries, black raspberry, & mocha. It was aged for 15 months in French and American oak, 25% new barrels.

I like to drink this wine with anything off the grill, steak, ribs, or even veggies.

Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, California $15.50