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Wine Details
Price:
$12.99 per bottle
Description:
The Blackstone 2002 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon shows aromas and flavors of bright, fresh cherry with hints of
spice, pepper and violets. This is a big, powerful Cabernet, but the tannins are smooth and round, making it enjoyable now.
The wine has a long, flavor-packed finish.
Enjoy this pleasing Cabernet Sauvignon with filet mignon with blue cheese and walnuts, barbecued tri-tip, creamy pasta
dishes or cheeses, such as Parmesan Reggiano and smoked gouda.
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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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