2019 MacDonald, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville

The 2019 MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon from Oakville represents a dedication to multi-generational viticulture, with brothers Alex and Graeme meticulously farming their organically-tended, dry-farmed Cabernet Sauvignon vines within the storied To-Kalon Vineyard. These historic head-trained vines, established in 1954 on the well-drained alluvial gravels of the Oakville bench, yield fruit that is gently guided through native yeast, whole-berry fermentation, and extensive aging in new French oak to preserve the site's intrinsic purity. The 2019 growing season, characterized by a wet winter, cool spring, and an extended, even ripening period with minimal extreme heat, allowed for gradual physiological maturity at lower Brix. This vintage produced a Cabernet Sauvignon defined by impressive structural integrity: a concentrated mid-palate, vibrant acidity, and a framework of fine-grained, ample tannins that promise significant cellar longevity and a classic Oakville expression.