Description
Our 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon pours an intense ruby – strikingly so. Once tasted, the gripping palate, with loads of raspberries, blackberries and plums, unveils a powerful frame of cedar, black tea, and candied hibiscus.
Mendocino – Estate Grown
97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec
50% new & 50% year old French Oak
pH: 3.75, TA: 0.604
ABV: 14%
Sugar: Dry
Acidity: Mild, well structured
Drinking Window: Drink now! The wine is exhibiting classic Napa power and finesse. In a few years, the wine may not be as structured to be as enjoyable as it is now.
Aging Potential: 10 – 15 years
Serving Temperature: 58° – 65° F
Food Pairings: Cabernet and red meat may be too much of a given, but there’s a reason for that. Pair with a juicy burger with sautéed mushrooms and smoked gouda for a true flavor explosion.