2021 Le Pich Cabernet

Napa Valley

Tasting Notes

Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon delivers an ideal balance of vibrant freshness and delectable ripeness. On the nose, inviting blue and black fruits swirl with graphite minerality and a warm touch of baking spice. The palate brings a bright surge of black plum and wild blueberry that expands into complex notes of mocha, dried thyme, and a hint of leather. Lithe, fine-grain tannins and dynamic energy propel this medium-bodied wine into a long, fresh finish of dried blueberry, raspberry preserves, and clove.

About Purlieu

Purlieu in the literal sense means “the edge of the forest” or “an outlying area.” Symbolically, “purlieu” refers to our approach to winemaking, to exploring the outskirts and navigating the boundaries of what one may expect of a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. For us, the key to successfully walking that edge lies in maintaining balance: between innovation and tradition, confidence and restraint, depth and refreshment.

With more than two decades of winemaking expertise, Julien Fayard is one of Napa Valley’s most respected winemakers producing California varietals with French finesse. He believes in producing wines with an identity, exploiting what makes each one unique. Julien’s wines are a pure expression of their terroir, highlighting the specificities and characteristics of the fruit, vineyard management, soil and climate.