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Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

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$52.00
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SKU: Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

As the offspring of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc, the varietal Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most commonly found wines in the world, and in our cooler Virginia climate, these grapes thrive, though in a way that’s distinct from a California Cabernet Sauvignon. We take a classical approach by harvesting from southern-facing slopes, giving the grapes extended sun exposure. This highlights the sweet tobacco and red plum aromatics while preserving the tannins and acidity this varietal is known for.  The extended maceration of the skins and long barrel aging help to enhance this vintage’s flavors of cranberry, sour cherry, and leather.  Easily one of our best pairing wines.

Nose:  sweet tobacco, red plum, black pepper, wet straw, limestone

Palate:  cranberry, sour cherry, polished leather

Finish: medium body, acid, and tannin

Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
75% Cab Sauv 15% Merlot 10% Tannat
Appellation
Virginia
Vineyard Designation
Carter's Mountain, Upper Shirley, Honah Lee, Shenandoah, Adventure Farm
Harvest Date
Sept/Oct 2020
Acid
7.8
pH
3.55
Aging
19 months - 85.7% neutral oak, 14.3% new French oak
Bottling Date
July 2022
Residual Sugar
0.3 g/L
Alcohol %
12.5
Wine Profile
Food Pairing Notes
Peppery steak, beef burger, beef short ribs, slow braised beef or venison, roast or grilled lamb, portobello mushrooms, aged cheddar

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