OUR STORY
Introducing Prati by Louis M. Martini, Sonoma County’s premier Cabernet Sauvignon.With Louis M. Martini’s 90 years of winemaking heritage combined with the wine’s extraordinary quality and character, Prati features outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon from premier vineyards in Sonoma County. Smooth, bold, yet approachable, Prati is a balanced expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. In the evening, fog rolls in from the Pacific, cooling the vineyards before burning off mid-morning, giving way to abundant sunshine. This maritime influence extends the growing season, allowing for slow and even ripening. These optimal conditions make Prati an accessible Cabernet displaying layers of blackberry jam and black cherry complimented by toasted vanilla. The region is cooler than Napa Valley, contributing to Prati’s vibrant acidity and elegant sophistication, making it an excellent companion to food or enjoyed on its own.
VITICULTURE NOTES
The 2021 growing season marked a much-welcome return to ideal. Winter rains quenched the soil, setting the stage for dry weather the rest of the season. Over the summer, conditions stayed uneventful and mild, giving the grapes the luxury of hanging on the vine. Harvest began early, producing low yields of small berries with intense flavor concentration and optimal ripeness.
WINEMAKING NOTES
The grapes were brought into the winery and gently destemmed. To extract maximum color and flavor from the grapes, pumpovers were performed three times a day and the wines were on skins for 8-10 days. The wine was then transferred to a combination of French and American oak for a period of 18 months.
