2006 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon
Opening with expressive notes of blackberry, cherry and cassis, this wine is full-bodied and rich. Hints of chocolate and espresso layer with spicy oak for added complexity. Smooth tannins infused with ripe sweet fruit create a lush, supple texture. Rich waves of berry, spice and herbs create a lasting impression of finesse and structure in this Cabernet.
Recipe Pairings:
New York Steaks with Boursin and Merlot
Roast Leg of Lamb with Pancetta, Sage and Rosemary
Roasted Rack of Venison and Shallots with Dried Cranberry Gravy
Spiced Venison Steaks with Red Cabbage Confit and Red Wine Sauce
| Vintage: | 2006 |
| Wine Type: | Red Wine |
| Varietal: | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Harvest Date: | September 27 through October 30, 2006 |
| Acid: | TA–0.58 g/100 ml |
| PH: | 3.66 |
| Alcohol %: | 14.9 |
| WSRating: | 94 |
From its cocoa and coffee layers to its fresh herb notes and voluptuous fruit flavors, this wine displays a balanced and graceful expression of mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine’s dark plum and sweet fruit core is supported by vibrant, bright cherry aromatics, well‐structured tannins, spicy oak and an earthy minerality.
The 2006 growing season began with a cool, wet spring, which delayed bud break by several weeks. With the arrival of sunshine and warmth in June, the vines began to bloom and set fruit. A brief, beneficial heat wave in early July allowed the fruit to “catch up” without doing any damage. The remainder of the summer offered mild, seasonal weather all the way up to harvest, resulting in well‐paced, even ripening.
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