Far Mountain
Fission Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Sonoma Valley
Fission is a dry-farmed, pure mountain wine, showcasing dark, intense fruit shaped by the cool elevation of the Alta Vista vineyard. With deep texture and sappy concentration from the old, 50-year-old vines, it builds into powerful tannins that remain refined, almost cloaked by the seductive fruit and gently evolving structure. The unique volcanic soils impart textural and mineral complexity, contributing to the wine’s earthy and savory tones. The terraced vineyard, nestled in the Mayacamas mountains, gives Fission a precise, saline minerality and remarkable depth that define its greatness.
VINTAGE
The 2023 Moon Mountain vintage stands out due to consistent, mild weather and above-average yields, resulting in wines of exceptional density, concentration, and structure. The region's low-yielding vines, producing at half the level of Sonoma County’s average, benefit from extended hang time due to later bud break and harvest. The challenging soils and elevations stress the vines, producing fruit with intense flavors and a high skin-to-fruit ratio. The result is wines with powerful tannins, balanced acidity, and impressive aging potential.
Color
Red
Blend %
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Sonoma Valley
Alcohol
14%
Reviews
James Suckling - December 10, 2025 "Aromas of spices and dark fruit with a real mountainous yet refined feel. The palate has such purity and precise focus, with a densely packed fruit and dried flower profile and ferric, graphite and herbal undertones. What a wonderfully crafted cabernet sauvignon."
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