Olive Hill Estate Vineyard (2001)

About this wine

The 2001 B.R. Cohn Olive Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon offers a rich and bold experience, showcasing layers of black fruit, cassis, and espresso, complemented by earthy undertones reminiscent of forest floor and briar. The enticing bouquet features notes of cigar box, cloves, and cedar, with subtle hints of mocha and anise. On the palate, it presents a rich profile of warm caramel, supported by complex yet firm tannins, leading to a long-lasting finish. The Olive Hill Estate Vineyard benefits from natural underground hot springs and an artesian well, providing warm soils and a frost-free environment, which contribute to the wine's distinctive character. This unique terroir, combined with the vineyard's volcanic, gravelly loam soils, imparts a flavor intensity and complexity that distinguish this Cabernet Sauvignon.

About the grape

Cabernet Sauvignon, a grape variety that emerged in France during the 17th century, is renowned for its thick skins and hardy vines, making it adaptable to various climates. In Sonoma Valley, California, the grape's cultivation dates back to the 1850s, with notable plantings by pioneers like John H. Drummond in the 1870s. Bruce Cohn, former manager of The Doobie Brothers, purchased the Olive Hill Estate in 1974 and began producing Cabernet Sauvignon under the B.R. Cohn Winery label in 1984. The estate's unique terroir, characterized by its warm climate and volcanic soils, contributes to the distinctive qualities of its Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

Quick facts

• 🍇 The 2001 B.R. Cohn Olive Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted from grapes grown in the Olive Hill Estate Vineyard, renowned for its unique microclimate influenced by underground natural hot springs and gentle ocean breezes, creating ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon.
• 🌳 The Olive Hill Estate Vineyard is surrounded by 140-year-old French Picholine olive trees, from which B.R. Cohn produces award-winning extra virgin olive oil, adding a rich historical and agricultural heritage to the estate.
• 🎸 Bruce Cohn, the founder of B.R. Cohn Winery, was also the longtime manager of the iconic American rock band The Doobie Brothers, blending his passions for music and winemaking into the winery's culture.
• 🍷 The 2001 vintage of the Olive Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon received critical acclaim, with Wine Spectator noting its intense, dark, and complex profile, featuring rich currant, mocha, cedar, and vanilla bean flavors, culminating in a long, polished aftertaste.
• 🏞️ B.R. Cohn Winery is located in Glen Ellen, California, nestled between the Mayacamas range and Sonoma Mountain, offering a picturesque setting that enhances the wine-tasting experience.

Palate profile

Producer

B.R. Cohn Winery, located in Glen Ellen, California, was founded in 1984 by Bruce Cohn, the longtime manager of the Grammy award-winning band The Doobie Brothers. The winery's Olive Hill Estate Vineyard spans 55 acres and is named after its historic grove of over 450 Picholine olive trees dating back to the mid-1800s. In the 1990s, Bruce Cohn established the B.R. Cohn Olive Oil Company, producing California's first single-estate olive oil in over a century. The winery is renowned for blending exceptional wines with its rich musical heritage, hosting numerous concerts and events over the decades.