Continuum 2006 is a Napa Valley proprietary red wine from Continuum Estate, bottled at 750mL. The vintage sheet lists a Cabernet-family blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc and 16% Petit Verdot.
About This Wine
Continuum is a Napa Valley estate founded by Tim and Marcia Mondavi on the Sage Canyon Vineyard on the eastern hillsides of the Oakville AVA. The estate began releasing wine with the 2005 vintage and produces a single proprietary red each year from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grown on the property. The 2006 vintage sits in the early period of the release history and is offered here in standard 750mL format.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Dark red fruits, blueberry, chocolate, licorice, herbs and a floral lift.
- Palate: Full-bodied with ripe dark fruit, Cabernet structure, chocolate and licorice accents and savoury herbal lift.
- Finish: Concentrated and sustained, with polished tannin and mature Napa richness.
Serving & Food
Decant for an hour and serve at 16 to 18 degrees in a generous Bordeaux glass. Grilled lamb with rosemary suits the wine structured dark-fruit core.
How to Enjoy
Open for a serious table where a mature 2006 Napa proprietary red can lead the main course.
Product Details
Producer: Continuum Estate
Wine: Proprietary Red
Region: Napa Valley, California (Sage Canyon Vineyard, eastern Oakville)
Vintage: 2006
Country: United States
Blend: 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 16% Petit Verdot
Volume: 750mL
About the Winery
Continuum is a Napa Valley estate founded by Tim and Marcia Mondavi on the Sage Canyon Vineyard on the eastern hillsides of the Oakville AVA. The estate began releasing wine with the 2005 vintage and produces a single proprietary red each year from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grown on the property. Continuum remains the principal estate wine from the Sage Canyon site.