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Wine Details
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2002 SILVER MEDAL WINNER Total production 123 cases. The grapes were hand selected and harvested from one vineyard in the Dry Creek appellation. Rich, the owner-winemaker, was not going to release this beautiful wine until it was ready. He felt too many people were in a hurry and released this vintage before its time. By waiting, he is reaping a truly balanced, full bodied wine that has lots of layers that mingle with soft tannins. The finish seems to never end, but don't let us try to describe it for you, try it and decide for yourself!
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Varietal Definition
Cabernet Sauvignon:
Cabernet Sauvignon is the most widely planted and significant among the five dominant varieties in France’s Bordeaux region, as well as the most successful red wine produced in California. Though it was thought to be an ancient variety, recent genetic studies at U.C. Davis have determined that Cabernet Sauvignon is actually the hybrid offspring of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon berries are small with black, thick and very tough skin. This toughness makes the grapes fairly resistant to disease and spoilage and able to withstand some autumn rains with little or no damage. It is a mid to late season ripener. These growth characteristics, along with its flavor appeal have made Cabernet Sauvignon one of the most popular red wine varieties worldwide.
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