Forman Winery
Founded in 1983 by Ric Forman, Forman Winery stands as a testament to a personal dream of producing classically made, small-batch wines. The winery is strategically located on a ridge at the base of Howell Mountain, overlooking St. Helena, embracing the European Old-World tradition in its winemaking practices. The 11-acre vineyard is segmented into three parcels, cultivating four Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The most extensive parcel is uniquely positioned on a three-million-year-old riverbed, with parts of the vineyard reaching into areas rich in volcanic rock, adding a distinctive terroir to its wines.
our full review
The Wine
Option 1
Wine Notes
Cases produced: 1,827
Makeup: 76% Cab Sau, 10% Cab Franc, 5% Petit Verdot & 9% Merlot
Color: deep ruby red – a classic Bordeaux style wine
Taste: Very integrated flavors black berry and tobacco meshed with mint-violet overtones from the petit Verdot. Toasted oak brings it all together smell and finish. A lot going on very complex wine
Option 2
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Notes
Cases produced: 1,827
Makeup: 76% Cab Sau, 10% Cab Franc, 5% Petit Verdot & 9% Merlot
Color: deep ruby red – a classic Bordeaux style wine
Taste: Very integrated flavors black berry and tobacco meshed with mint-violet overtones from the petit Verdot. Toasted oak brings it all together smell and finish. A lot going on very complex wine
The Experience
We had a great time at Forman. The views were amazing. The hosts were great and helped us distinguish between the notes.
