An exciting score for our first commercial release of our Magna Praemia (latin for "Great Rewards"). The predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (74% of the blend) 2005 Magna Praemia is a deep garnet color and puts forward an earthy nose with an aromatic core of dried berries and meat plus some kirsch, sandalwood and cedar. With medium...

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Vintage Summary 2013 This year we have decided to provide just the facts regarding the vintage followed by a brief commentary from me. Much like our wine, the facts speak for themselves. November: Above normal wind and temperature and below normal rainfall (4 days - 35.5 mm). December: Above normal temperature and below...

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Making great wines is like making great art. Each year Mother Nature provides a new canvas and a constellation of challenges to inspire the Destiny Bay team. Retaining the signature qualities of complexity, balance and elegance while reflecting the unique character of each vintage, is grist for our creative expression. The...

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