The Calling 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Item Number: 13 20 258 17
The Calling 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Sourced from prime Alexander Valley Vineyards!
Quick Taste
- Prime Vineyard sourcing
- Natural yeast fermentation in barrel
- Aged 18 months in 50% new French oak
About The Calling 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
The Calling is a collaboration between Jim Nantz the famous golf and sports commentator (who also happens to be a HUGE wine lover) and importer Peter Deutsch. The Calling sources prime grapes from several vineyards in Alexander Valley. The Alexander Valley's surrounding hillsides block the coastal fogs that cover much of Sonoma County on summer mornings, allowing this region to remain a little warmer than neighboring appellations. However, gentle coastal breezes manage to find their way between the hillsides to cool the region in the evening. This climate, combined with well-drained, gravelly soils help the region produce some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in California.
For this 2017 top quality fruit was sourced from the following vineyards; Dirt Farmer Moon Mountain Vineyards, Speedy Creek Vineyards, Reynoso Vineyards, Nimble Ranch and Rio Lago. Grapes were hand-sorted and gently crushed. The wine underwent natural-yeast fermentation in barrel and had an extended maceration period to soften the tannins. The final blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot was bottled after 18 months of aging in 50% new French oak.
This Cab shows dark plum red in color with aromas of ripe blackberry and dark chocolate with hints of spicy oak and black pepper. The palate is rich and concentrated with flavors of ripe blue and black fruits, laced together with toasted oak notes which finish with robust and balanced tannin.
For this 2017 top quality fruit was sourced from the following vineyards; Dirt Farmer Moon Mountain Vineyards, Speedy Creek Vineyards, Reynoso Vineyards, Nimble Ranch and Rio Lago. Grapes were hand-sorted and gently crushed. The wine underwent natural-yeast fermentation in barrel and had an extended maceration period to soften the tannins. The final blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot was bottled after 18 months of aging in 50% new French oak.
This Cab shows dark plum red in color with aromas of ripe blackberry and dark chocolate with hints of spicy oak and black pepper. The palate is rich and concentrated with flavors of ripe blue and black fruits, laced together with toasted oak notes which finish with robust and balanced tannin.
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 14.0%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country United States
- Region California
- Appellation Sonoma
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