In 1985, friends Tim Murphy, Dale Goode, and Dave Ready decided to join forces, thus establishing Murphy Goode. The winery is located in the Alexander Valley in northern Sanoma County. Today, it is part of the Jackson Family Wines Collection. In the United States, the winery is known for its straightforward, award-winning wines and its relaxed, unpretentious style. The winery is still run by the same family. Tim Murphy's three sons manage the business, and Dave Ready's sons are responsible for winemaking. The vineyards are situated close to the banks of the Russian River. The mist along the riverbank keeps the fruit cool and helps develop beautiful aromas.
California is the most important state, responsible for approximately ninety percent of America's wine production. The warm climate and abundant sunshine allow the grapes to ripen well, producing beautifully powerful wines bursting with aromas. This Cabernet Sauvignon, for example, demonstrates how a warm climate significantly influences the richness of a wine. The winemaker strives for finesse and complexity. This translates into aromas of black cherries, a hint of licorice, chocolate, and a hint of toast. The oak aging enhances the palate with a fuller and more powerful flavor, revealing many beautiful nuances of cherry, blackberry, and forest. The back of the palate reveals more distinctive flavors such as cocoa, pepper, toasted oak, and a hint of almond.
