Purlieu Georges III
The History
Purlieu means “the edge of the forest” or “an outlying area.” Directly,
it is a reference to our home base in the new Coombsville AVA, at the
edge of the forest and the entire Napa Valley. 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.
The Grape
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Note
Purlieu’s 2021 vintage from the Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard
showcases the elegant complexity and grace of this renowned Rutherford site. The nose opens with a brilliant harmony of black cherry,
savory earth, and minty freshness. In the mouth, the wine dazzles
with ripe purple berries, blackcurrant, mocha, and a touch of sleek
leather grounded in silky, graphite-scented tannins. Lithe and effort
less, the wine lingers with a sweet finish of crushed berries and
Amarena cherry.