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usa-california, red (cabernet sauvignon)

Volker Eisele Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

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Medium Bodied - Blackberry, currant and cedar flavors.

The 2005 vintage Cabernet Sauvignon has 18% Merlot blended in to soften the tannins for palate feel and add desirable aromas for complexity. All grapes were harvested at their peak maturity. The wine was barrel aged in 50% new French oak from Treuil cooperage. The wine is deep garnet in color, varietally true to type in aroma, and well balanced on the palate. This wine has a long future, but can be enjoyed today for it's vibrancy of flavor.

Exactly one-third Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot, this is a very delicious wine, but its also too young. It needs time for the tannic edges and primary fruit character to soften and meld with the 70% new French oak. Decanting will help, but it should be best between 2009 and 2011, depending on how old you like your Bordeaux-style

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Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: USA - California
Region: Napa Valley
Size: 750ml
ABV: 14.8%
SKU: 44676