COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec
PRODUCER
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Jerry Lohr founded J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines in the early 1970s, recognizing the massive potential of Paso Robles for red Bordeaux varieties long before the region achieved global fame. Today, the second generation of the Lohr family operates the winery with a deep commitment to sustainable viticulture. First introduced with the 1987 vintage, the Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon defined the modern, crowd-pleasing Paso Robles style. Sourced primarily from J. Lohr's estate vineyards opposite the Paso Robles Wine Center, as well as the Sinclair and Jones Ranches, this wine represents a trusted regional benchmark.
ALCOHOL
13.9%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the seven majestic wild oak trees that stand in the middle of the original estate vineyard blocks in Paso Robles.
Fact 02
The 2021 vintage won a stellar 99 Points and Double Gold at the 2024 California State Fair Wine Competition.
Fact 03
Founder Jerry Lohr was a pioneer in recognizing the potential of Paso Robles for Bordeaux varieties in the 1980s.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2021 growing season was marked by drought-like conditions, forcing the vines to self-regulate and yield small, highly concentrated berries with high skin-to-juice ratios. The grapes were harvested at optimal maturity and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. J. Lohr employs proprietary fermentation methods to optimize the extraction of deep pigments and skin flavor components while preventing the extraction of harsh, astringent seed tannins. The wine was aged for 12 months in 60-gallon American oak barrels, 18% of which were new, sourced predominantly from Missouri and Minnesota with medium-plus toast profiles.
