KNIGHTS VALLEY
Knights Valley is a remote winegrowing region bridging Sonoma and Napa Counties. It’s an untamed landscape defined by
rugged mountains, steep hillsides, placid meadows and abundant wildlife. Even though this AVA has produced some of the
world’s greatest wines, it is still a mystery to most. Set along the flanks and foothills of Mount St. Helena and the Mayacamas
Mountains, this rustic sanctuary possesses the sparse volcanic soils and ideal climate needed to produce elegant, profound and
age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons.
HELENA DAKOTA VINEYARD
This 12.4 acre vineyard runs southwest to northeast on the western side of Mount Saint Helena, with slopes of up to 15 degrees.
Prevailing westerly winds pass over a large, cold pond and blow uphill, parallel to the rows of vines. These cooling breezes slow
down the ripening of the grapes and result in wines that are packed with richness, complexity and balance. A pure mountain
stream and rocky ridge separate this vineyard from our Helena Montana vineyard.
VIGNERON NOTES
A vintage marked from the outset by excessive winter rainfall, 2019 began with our soils holding abundant moisture and well
equipped for the Knights Valley growing season. Cabernet Sauvignon budbreak occurred throughout early to mid-April, and the
growing season proceeded with above average warmth, with heat spikes throughout July, August, and September. Harvest
began in late September, and the resulting wines are concentrated and focused, with ample richness. The 2019 Helena Dakota
is a tour de force of ripe black currant, blueberry compote, fresh pencil shavings, and subtle toasted cardamom aromatics. The
palate is supple and rich, perfectly balancing this