COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Cline Cellars
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Cline Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from California, produced by Cline Cellars. The grapes are sourced from both Sonoma County and Contra Costa County, with vineyards managed using sustainable farming practices. Fred Cline, the founder, established the winery in 1982 and is recognized for his early work promoting Rh么ne varietals in the United States. The winery relocated to Sonoma in 1993, continuing its dedication to quality viticulture.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fred Cline was an early advocate for Rh么ne varietals in California.
Fact 02
Vineyards are sustainably farmed.
Fact 03
Uses a blend of fruit from Sonoma and Contra Costa counties.
Fact 04
Aged in American Oak for 8 months.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Cline Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 begins with handpicked grapes from sustainably farmed vineyards. The grapes undergo total destemming and gentle crushing, with an emphasis on preserving whole berries. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks using native yeasts, with careful temperature management to optimize color and flavor extraction. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 8 months in lightly-toasted American Oak, with 50% new oak usage, before bottling.
