Wine Shop | 2023 HALL Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting notes

The 2023 vintage of Diamond Mountain has a classic aromatic profile of dark cocoa, dried herbs, lavender, and freshly turned earth. The wine is immediately rich, dense, and focused on the palate with cascading flavors that linger on the finish. Dark chocolate and freshly tilled earth are accompanied by blackberry preserves and strawberry coulis. This wine will age gracefully over the next two decades.

Cocoa
Lavender
Freshly Tilled Earth
Strawberry Coulis

Vineyard notes

Diamond Mountain Cabernet

Nestled amidst the Mayacama Mountains in northwestern Napa Valley. Only 500 acres of vines are planted in this rugged terrain.

Volcanic and Porous Soils

Diamond Mountain's name is derived from the abundant deposits of obsidian and volcanic glass in the soils.

Opulent and Expressive

Warm hillsides and rugged terrains produce wines that express a combination of robust mountain structure and a soft, generous texture unique to this small corner of Napa Valley.

Wine Facts

Nestled in the northwestern hillsides of Napa Valley, the Diamond Mountain District is sparsely planted, with fewer than 550 acres under vine. This warm hillside appellation is perfect for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon, the prevalent variety of the area. With porous, volcanic-derived soils, the vines produce distinctively earthy, chocolate-laced flavors, wrapped around rich, opulent tannins.

Bottle Size

750ml

Varietal Composition

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Barrel Aging

24 Months in 75% New French Oak

Vineyard Designation

Rainin (Estate), and select Diamond Mountain grower partners

Appellation

Diamond Mountain District and Napa Valley

Vintage Notes

The 2023 growing season was all about patience. A very long, wet winter replenished the soils and filled our reservoirs. Cooler spring weather delayed budbreak and the start of the growing season by several weeks. Late spring saw moderate warmth and led to substantial canopy growth, as well as a healthy crop load on the vines. Mild, warm temperatures created perfect ripening conditions throughout the summer and early fall. The longer hang time allowed the fruit to reach optimum ripeness, and resulted in a superb vintage that is fresh, full of flavor, with great balance and fruit density.