Vineyard Sources

Pedroncelli estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc provided the fruit for this wine. These varietals develop exceptional character on the vineyards sites situated on the Dry Creek Valley bench. Dry Creek Valley receives the right amount of sun and cooling fog which develops optimal flavors in the grapes. Careful vineyard management during the growing season defines our style even more.

Winemaking

After four decades producing Cabernet Sauvignon in Dry Creek Valley, John Pedroncelli knows how to get the best from this noble grape. The grapes were harvested the first two weeks of October. The fruit was crushed into temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. The frequent pumping of juice over the skins (known as the ‘cap’) during fermentation gives the young wine a substantial increase of flavor and color. Our Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in small American oak barrels for twelve months in order to develop smoothness and complexity. A blend of 30% new French oak in the barrel aging program is used to bring a subtle backbone of toasty oak. With the addition of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, John is able to fine-tune this wine for optimum richness, flavor, and balance.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

“Rich aromas of ripe raspberry and cherry highlight this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is highlighted by bright acidity, in just the right amount to showcase the fruit. Plum, toasted oak notes and warm clove spice combine to round out the flavors. Framed by firm tannins and a lasting finish, our Three Vineyards Cabernet is ready to enjoy upon release or cellar up to five more years.”

Technical Information

Composition: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot Harvest: October 2006 Acidity: .675g/100ml Alcohol: 13.8% pH: 3.53

Recipe Pairings

• BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH CABERNET SAUVIGNON SAUCE
• Drunken Steak with Shiitake Mushrooms
• Walnut Pepper Biscotti
• Apple Butter Spice Cake
• Apricot-Almond Biscotti
• Beef Tournedos with Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes
• Beef Lasagne
• Creamless Creamy Tomato Soup
• CREAMY CORN SOUP WITH ROASTED RED-PEPPER SAUCE
• Fettuccine and White Bean Soup
• Braised Lamb Shanks with White Beans
• Minestrone
• Joe’s Chili-spiced burgers
• Grilled Porterhouse Steak with Spicy Roasted Potatoes
• Red Hot Beans
• Poached Pears in Spiced Red Wine
• Quick Tuscan Bean Soup
• Mexican Rice
• Moroccan Beef Stew

 

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