Ratings
94 points Jeb Dunnuck · 94 points Decanter · 95 points Robert Parker (2023 vintage)
Awards
Wine Spectator's No. 1 Wine of the Year (2019 vintage)
Identity
| Producer | Schrader Cellars |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dark plum-purple hue |
| Aroma | Layered aromas of ripe black cherry, dark plum, graphite, violets, sweet tobacco, baking spice, Mexican chocolate, nutmeg, brambly fruit, spearmint |
| Palate | Voluptuous, sleek, and inviting mouthfeel with silky tannins; rich palate notes of black currant, blackberry reduction, leather, crushed rock, allspice, balanced acidity, and refined tannins |
| Finish | Long, harmonious finish with lingering hints of crushed rock and cedar, polished oak, and exotic spice |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged cheddar, and Parmesan |
| Aging Potential | Can age gracefully for up to 10-12 years |
| Serving Glassware | Large Bordeaux-style glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 18 months in 52-54% new French oak and 46-48% second-use Schrader Darnajou French oak barrels |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | Approximately 75 to 150 meters (250 to 500 feet) in Oakville AVA |
| Soil | Highly diverse soils including gravelly fans, alluvial loam, sedimentary and volcanic influences in Oakville AVA |
Interesting facts
| Double Diamond was created by Fred Schrader in 2000 and crafted by winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. It sources fruit exclusively from prime vineyard estates in Oakville AVA including the famed To Kalon Vineyard. Schrader Cellars has received numerous perfect 100-point scores. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 0086003285194 |