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Wine Details
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Description:
Grapes from the "golden mile" area of the South Okanagon were hand picked at the peak of perfection. Cabernet Sauvignon is the grape variety that, above all others, has adapted best from the Old World, to the New. The grape is small and thick skinned yielding wine that is dark purple in colour. The cassis and berry notes are highlighted by the soft, smooth tannins and long legs. Hints of toasty light oak was developed during the 14 months aging in the small French oak barrels.
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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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