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Wine Details
Price:
$25.00 per bottle
Description:
Bold and deep describe this flavorful wine which boasts complex aromas of blackberry, blueberry and cassis (European black currant). The tannins are beautifully integrated in this classic, old world style red. The free run wine was first fermented in stainless steel tanks then moved into oak barrels. The wine was cellared for 24 months then bottled in September 2003 and aged in the bottle for another 10 months prior to release in the second half of 2004. The extended aging given to this wine prior to release makes it ready to drink now. Limited quantities remaining.
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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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