More about the 2016 PRISONER WINE COMPANY "CUTTINGS" As the more powerful counterpart to the iconic Prisoner Red Blend, the 2016 Cuttings Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a bold and commanding expression from the outset. Sourced from high-elevation vineyards including Bella Vista, Obsidian Ridge, and York Creek Vineyard on Spring Mountain, this wine reflects the intensity that comes from rugged sites and low-yielding hillside fruit. The style is unapologetically rich and full, marked by a dense texture and a depth that immediately sets it apart within The Prisoner Wine Company portfolio. The fruit profile is deep and concentrated, showing layers of dark mulberry, ripe blackberry, melted dark chocolate, and vanilla bean, all carried by a broad, satin-textured palate. The vineyard sources play a central role in shaping the wine’s structure, lending both power and dimension while maintaining balance. Cuttings has always aimed to showcase how expressive Napa Valley Cabernet can be when drawn from elevated, volcanic, and mountain sites, and the 2016 vintage delivers that vision with clarity. Inspired by steep hillside vineyards and refined blending, the 2016 Cuttings is built around a core of 80 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Zinfandel. The result is a plush, velvety wine with generous tannins and a richness that defines the Cuttings style. It is expansive without being unwieldy, crafted to deliver immediate appeal while still offering the depth and intensity expected from its mountain-driven origins. Winery Notes: "Deliciously smooth with flavors of blueberry, dark cherry, and cocoa. Aromas of fresh roasted coffee, black currant, vanilla bean, brown spice, and wild berries."