COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Beaulieu Vineyard
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a red wine from California's Napa Valley AVA. Produced by Beaulieu Vineyard, a historic winery founded in 1900, this wine represents a classic expression of the region. The 2019 vintage benefited from a long, cool growing season, contributing to its balanced profile. The blend primarily features Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller additions of Petite Sirah and Cabernet Franc, sourced from the Rutherford, Calistoga, and St. Helena districts. The wine is recognized for its excellent value and its ability to be enjoyed upon release while also possessing aging potential.
ALCOHOL
14.7%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named Wine Spectator's #1 Value Wine of 2022.
Fact 02
A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petite Sirah, and 2% Cabernet Franc.
Fact 03
Grapes sourced from Rutherford, Calistoga, and St. Helena districts.
Fact 04
Aged for 18 months in French, American, and European oak.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 involves several key techniques. Grapes may undergo a cold soak for five days to enhance color and flavor extraction before fermentation. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in a mix of French, American, and European oak barrels, with 30% of the barrels being new. The wine has a pH of 3.75.
