East Meets West Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from vintage release.
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grilled ribeye steak, slow-braised beef short ribs, roasted rack of lamb
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Crafted by the legendary Napa Valley producer TOR Kenward Family, this Cabernet Sauvignon represents a masterful dialogue between distinct terroirs. While TOR is highly celebrated for its single-vineyard blockbusters, the 'East Meets West' concept beautifully juxtaposes the structural intensity of Napa's eastern hillside vineyards with the opulent, velvety fruit of the western benchlands. Under the guidance of winemaker Jeff Ames, the fruit undergoes a minimalist winemaking process featuring native yeast fermentation and aging in prime French oak barrels without fining or filtration. This approach preserves the pristine purity, deep dark fruit character, and complex mineral undertones of the valley's finest soils, resulting in a classic Napa Cabernet of remarkable power and elegance.
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Founded in 2001 by Napa Valley veteran Tor Kenward and his wife Susan, TOR Kenward Family Wines is a boutique estate dedicated to crafting small-lot, single-vineyard wines that express the singular terroirs of Napa Valley. Drawing on Kenward's nearly three decades of experience at Beringer, the winery sources fruit from legendary sites, most notably the historic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. The winemaking philosophy, guided by winemaker Jeff Ames, emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing native yeast fermentations, and bottling without fining or filtration. TOR is highly celebrated for its powerful, complex Cabernet Sauvignons and expressive Syrahs that showcase the pinnacle of California winemaking. Address: 1507 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA Website: https://torwines.com