Purlieus third release from the Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard delivers a sleek and mouthwatering jewel of cool-climate Napa Valley Cabernet. Juicy red fruits and delicate rose petal aromas glide effortlessly into a succulent core of fresh Rainier cherries, ripe cranberry, lavender and ultra-fresh blueberries. Subtle hints of galangal and earthy minerality broaden the palate with warmth and depth, while gentle oak influence guides the wine through a silken, slippery finish.

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 Valleys most respected winemakers producing California varietals with French finesse. He believes in producing wines with an identity, exploiting what makes each one unique. Juliens wines are a pure expression of their terroir, highlighting the specificities and characteristics of the fruit, vineyard management, soil and climate. He has a track record of building brands both in terms of quality and market presence.Originally from France, Julien began his career as a winemaker producing quality ros at his familys winery in Provence. In Bordeaux he worked at Lafite Rothschild and Smith Haut Laffite before relocating to Napa Valley. In Napa, he was Philippe Melkas director of winemaking for a few years before launching his own projects.

Proof/ABV: 14.5