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Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2005 growing season was very warm; the mediterranean-style microclimate produced very hot temperatures during the growing season giving red grapes ideal ripening conditions. The resulting fruit expresses intense color and concentration, with soft tannins.

Tasting Notes

Deep, dark cherry color, with an expressive bouquet of currants, vanilla, black and red berry fruits. Toffee, tobacco and bittersweet chocolate also stand out on the nose. Soft and supple in the mouth, the ripe fruit is balanced by smooth oak and its creamy texture is dominated by rich, ripe berries and a dark chocolate finish.

Food Pairing

Pair this wine with ripe cheeses, like Emmental or Brie. Artfully accompanies grilled meats, spicy dishes and savory flavors of pepper, sage and thyme.

The 2005 growing season was very warm; the mediterranean-style microclimate produced very hot temperatures during the growing season giving red grapes ideal ripening conditions. The resulting fruit expresses intense color and concentration, with soft tannins.

Tasting Notes

Deep, dark cherry color, with an expressive bouquet of currants, vanilla, black and red berry fruits. Toffee, tobacco and bittersweet chocolate also stand out on the nose. Soft and supple in the mouth, the ripe fruit is balanced by smooth oak and its creamy texture is dominated by rich, ripe berries and a dark chocolate finish.

Food Pairing

Pair this wine with ripe cheeses, like Emmental or Brie. Artfully accompanies grilled meats, spicy dishes and savory flavors of pepper, sage and thyme.

Vineyard & Production Info

Vineyard name:
Suspiro vineyards
Soil composition:
Rocky, Clay, and Sand
Harvest time:
April

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:
85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
14 days
Fermentation temperature:
75-79 °F
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Type of aging container:
Barrels
Type of oak:
American (50%) and French (50%)
Length of aging before bottling:
12 months
Length of bottle aging:
4 months

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.7
Acidity:
5.5 g/L
Alcohol:
14 %
Residual sugar:
5.6 g/L