Linda Neal's Tierra Roja 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Napa Valley Wine

Tierra Roja Vineyard
The aromas are classic to Oakville Cabernet with dark cherry, blackberry and cassis finding complexity with an added note of mocha. However, it is the palate texture of the 2008 vintage which sets this wine into a remarkable class. Far from tight and sharp, the Tierra Roja is broad and expansive with its deft balance of refreshing acidity and tannin. This vintage is a fine example of the seamless elegance and power that has become a trademark for Tierra Roja.
Tasting notes for the 2008 vintage Tierra Roja are dominated with comments about the expression of the vineyard’s fruit traits; cassis, Bing cherry, blackberry, and plum alternate on the palate and repeat in a vibrant succession of flavor. The finish features an elegant lift of raspberry that transforms into a pleasing floral and sandalwood sensation.
While youthful at this tasting, the 2008 is already in fine form and will figure prominently among the best examples of Cabernet Sauvignon from Oakville when released this fall. While absolutely remarkable today, the 2008 vintage will reach it optimal expression ofOakville terroir from 2014-2025.

Wine Advocate

The 2006: This seductive, elegant, excellent 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon represents what Napa Valley confronts in the depressed world economy - it is... expensive. Soft black currant and berry notes emerge from a well-balanced, harmonious, charming red that is hard to resist. Robert Parker, December 2009.

Type	Red
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage	2008
Bottle size	750mL
Alcohol content	14.8%
Appellation	California – Napa Valley - Oakville
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About:
Tierra Roja Cabernet Sauvignon is made exclusively from the grapes of our own vineyard, located in Oakville, at the heart of the Napa Valley. Since the inaugural 2004 vintage, this wine has been met with rave reviews from wine professionals and consumers alike. There is a limit of 6 bottles per customer from the winery, or Tierra Roja may be enjoyed at many fine restaurants, and of course at La Maison Gourmet!
Winemaker, David DeSante, really captures the essence of the soils in this powerful, yet elegant wine. The name comes from the distinct red earth that gives Tierra Roja grapes their unique flavors. Owner, Linda Neal, has been growing grapes at this location for over 20 years, though vineyards were planted here as far back as the 1920s. For the past 20 years Linda has been a vineyard manager, tending vineyards for other owners. Now, she concentrates full time on her own vineyard and new wine.