More about the 2022 Cliff Lede Rhythm Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon: From the heart of Stags Leap District, Cliff Lede's Rhythm speaks with the confidence of a wine grounded in place. Drawn from a single estate vineyard, it captures the district’s defining balance of power and finesse, delivering structure and richness without excessive opulence. This is Cabernet shaped as much by terrain and exposure as by intent. That nuance begins in the soil. The Rhythm Vineyard is defined by gravelly loam that shifts in depth and rock content across the site. Rather than forcing uniformity, Cliff Lede farms the vineyard as a series of small, distinct blocks, matching clones and rootstocks to the subtleties of the ground. The approach builds natural complexity, giving the wine depth and internal precision without sacrificing cohesion. In the glass, that precision translates into movement and ease. A firm yet supple Cabernet core is framed by complementary Bordeaux varieties and refined through extended time in French oak. Nothing feels imposed or overstated. The wine unfolds gradually, revealing depth, balance, and a long, poised finish that leaves no doubt as to its Stags Leap District pedigree.