Heritage Clones Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 20 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, braised beef short ribs
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The TOR Heritage Clones Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterclass in Napa Valley's viticultural history, celebrating the legendary selections of Cabernet Sauvignon that have defined the region's greatness. Winemaker Tor Kenward has spent decades championing these specific heritage selections—such as Clone 4, Clone 6, and the coveted See Clone—which are prized for their small berry size, low yields, and intense concentration. Sourced from some of Napa Valley's most prestigious, gravelly alluvial fan vineyards, this wine is crafted with minimal intervention, utilizing native yeast fermentations and aging in prime French oak cooperage. The result is a profound expression of Napa terroir, weaving together rich dark fruits, crushed rock minerality, and the structural elegance that only historic heritage clones can deliver.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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