Region: Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, California

Varietal: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 1% Malbec

Tasting Notes: Beautiful cassis, blackcurrants, tobacco, and sandalwood notions emerge from the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Star Lane Vineyard, and it’s medium-bodied, with a wonderful sense of elegance, silky tannins, and outstanding length. A classy, impeccably balanced Cabernet Sauvignon that shows the style of quality of this estate, it’s going to keep for 15+ years.

Producer: Star Lane Vineyard, nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara County’s Happy Canyon AVA, is a premier estate dedicated to showcasing the potential of Bordeaux varieties in a region traditionally known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Dierberg family, pioneers in cool-climate viticulture, recognized the unique microclimate and gravelly loam soils of Happy Canyon as ideal for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon to perfection. Their commitment to low-yield farming, sustainable viticulture, and precise craftsmanship has positioned Star Lane as one of California’s most compelling producers of site-driven Cabernet.

Vineyard & Winemaking: The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a reflection of the vineyard’s high-elevation blocks, where warm days and cool nights ensure extended hang time and balanced ripening. Grapes are hand-harvested, fermented in small lots, and aged in a careful selection of French oak barrels to enhance depth and complexity. With meticulous blending and patient cellaring, this wine embodies Star Lane’s philosophy of crafting structured, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon that speaks to the land’s untapped potential.