“Los Carneros (Spanish for The Rams) was the primary established Sub-Appellation of Napa Valley in 1981. Los Carneros is usually recognized for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines. Batch #52 displays the potential of Los Carneros Cabernet Sauvignon, the underdog of Napa Valley to realize a breakthrough in a area the place Cabernet reigns King” -Malek Amrani
This 2019 launch is 100% Unfiltered and Un-fined Cabernet Sauvignon, aged 22 months in 2 New Medium Toast Oak barrels (1 French & 1 American). It options sustainably grown fruit with minimal winemaking intervention and is a restricted version launch with solely 600 bottles crafted.
GSN’s Remarks: Launched earlier this yr to mark the Los Angeles Rams Tremendous Bowl look, this restricted version wine is an ideal tie-in to the Rams victory. Los Carneros means the ram in Spanish. Produced in an space of the Napa Valley that has a cooler and fewer solar pushed vinticulture, this Cabernet excels in each taste and expression. An unfiltered wine, there are a plethora of berries and cherries tempered with dry tannins. A fruit ahead wine, we loved this with crimson meats, charcuterie and robust cheeses. If you’re so inclined, this could be an excellent bottle to cellar in case you have the endurance. GSN Score: A
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