COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Black Stallion Estate Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Black Stallion North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is the first release from this appellation for Black Stallion Estate Winery, continuing their tradition of approachable Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery, owned by the fourth-generation Indelicato family, is situated on Napa Valley's Silverado Trail and has a history tied to equestrianism. The grapes are sourced from various vineyards across the North Coast region of California, including Mendocino, Sonoma, and Suisun Valley. The 2022 vintage experienced a mild growing season followed by a late-season heatwave that accelerated ripening, necessitating careful vineyard management.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€44
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inaugural North Coast vintage for Black Stallion.
Fact 02
Winery has equestrian heritage.
Fact 03
Indelicato family has been in wine since 1924.
Fact 04
Named 2023 American Winery of the Year.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Black Stallion North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 was produced using fruit sourced from diverse North Coast vineyards. Individual vineyard blocks were fermented separately to showcase unique site characteristics. Fermentations were monitored daily with adjustments made to pump-over timing for optimal extraction of color and aromatics, and to develop tannins. Grapes were pressed based on tannin expression, and malolactic fermentation was employed. The wine was subsequently aged on oak.
