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Wine Details
Price:
$20.00 per bottle
Description:
Our 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon begins with nuanced aromas of leather, tea, anise and cassis. The cassis notes continue one the palate, coupled with flavors of black cherry, raspberry and cedar that unfold across a soft, rounded texture. Accents of mint and earth accompany supple tannins on a smooth, lingering finish. The complex, elegant personality of our 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon is an excellent match for flavorful medium-weight cuisine, particularly grilled lamb or venison chops with a dried blueberry, cassis and red wine reduction sauce. It also pairs well with desserts such as chocolate flan and browned butter biscotti with dried figs. Enjoy!
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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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