Region: Napa Valley, California

Vintage: 2017

Composition: Cabernet Sauvignon

History: Futo Wines was established in 2002 by Tom and Kyle Futo of Wichita, Kansas. The Futo estate vineyards and winery are located in the western foothills of the Oakville appellation. There are five distinct estate vineyard blocks that span more than half a mile along the hillside. Cabernet Sauvignon is the predominating varietal, though several acres consist of Cabernet Franc, as well as a bit of Merlot and Petit Verdot. Since 2005, the best fruit from the estate is vinified, culminating in a wine they simply call “Futo.”

Tasting Notes:

Inky ruby/purple with stunning concentration, the FUTO is an intense expression of our Oakville property. The extraordinary perfume of graphite, blackberries, cassis, and sweet kirsch are intermixed with hints of incense, spice box, licorice, and subtle wood. The aromas flow onto a multidimensional mouthfeel and fabulous purity of blue, red, and black fruits. The symmetry and palate presence is elevated by velvety tannin, and fresh acidity that draws the finish long and multilayered