Cabernet Sauvignon

	Varietals:	94% Cabernet Sauvignon 6% Cabernet Franc
	Vineyard:	Estate Vineyards
	Appellation:	Sonoma County
	Sub Appellation:	Dry Creek
	Fermentation:	Stainless Steel
	Wood:	American Oak
	Aging:	22 Months Oak Aging

WINEMAKER NOTES: A deep violet-crimson in the glass, black cherry dominates the nose with more subtle aromas of dusty cocoa, black pepper and violets. This is a full flavored wine, with black raspberry, cherry, black pepper, and dark chocolate flavors mingling on a rich, balanced palate. Well-integrated, smooth tannins and a touch of acidity make this a wine of unusual character and balance. 632 cases Produced

ACCOLADES:

	95 Points American Winery.com
	Gold Long Beach Grand Cru Wine Competition
	Bronze Los Angeles International

CABERNET SAUVIGNON GRAPES: If not the king, as many argue, Cabernet Sauvignon is certainly the most successful and popular of the top-quality red wine grapes. It is the primary grape of most of the top vineyards in Bordeaux's Medoc, and Graves districts. It's also the basis for most of California's superb red wines. This reputation for excellence has launched a Cabernet Sauvignon popularity boom around the world. There's been heavy planting (which continues) in Chile, Australia, and eastern Europe, especially Bulgaria. In addition, Cabernet Sauvignon has begun making inroads into areas of Spain and Italy where local grapes have dominated for centuries. The flavor, structure, complexity and longevity of wines made from the Cabernet Sauvignon grape are what makes it so popular.

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