Simmons Canyon
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
Calistoga
The Kelly Fleming estate vineyard sits deep into the crux of Simmons Canyon, just below the cliffs of the Palisade Mountain range. Afternoon shade and abundant air flow - inherent to the canyon terroir -provide the grapes with a well-deserved cooling respite from the Calistoga heat. Shallow, gravelly soils atop volcanic bedrock allow this 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard to showcase its earthy charms in addition to its dark fruit intensity and concentration. Before release, this wine spends 20 months aging in 100 percent new French oak.
Winemaker, Kelly Fleming Wines
I got my start studying winemaking at both UC Davis and The University of Adeliade in Australia. I spent several years apprenticing both internationally (Domaine Meo-Camuzet in France & Yarra Burn Winery in Australia) and at a few highly regarded California properties including Marcassin and Williams Selyem. I explored the sparkling wine world, acting as assistant winemaker at Schramsberg for 3 years prior to joining the Kelly Fleming team in 2011.
Country born: United States
Education: B.S. Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
1 year Education Abroad, Dept of Viticulture & Oenology, University of Adelaide, Australia
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Honors / Awards:
Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin Fellowship 2005
Winemaking Philosophy:
I think that the best winemaking starts with boots on the ground in the vineyard and winery, and is able to convey the truest expression of a given site.
Brandschenkestrasse 130
CH-8002
Zurich CH-8002
Switzerland
004-1786-258-080
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