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- Cathy Corison

high planting density

darker version of itself—clearly impacted by intense drought

2012, Stony Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Viognier After 17 months of surIn 2004, we planted five acres of our highest vineyard, known as the Top Block, to Cabernet Sauvignon. We chose to employ the same dry farming methods and lean winemaking style that we use for our white wines. We believe this brings out the very best expression of Stony Hills terroir. The grapes are allowed to mature to their optimum ripeness, meaning a perfect balance of flavor, pH, total acidity and brix. The alcohol is kept under 14% and new oak is