COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Snowden Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Snowden The Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is a 2019 vintage red wine from Napa Valley, California, produced by Snowden Vineyards. This four-generation family estate focuses on producing classically styled, terroir-driven wines. Their vineyards are situated on the eastern slopes of Napa Valley, at elevations ranging from 600 to 850 feet. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes organic farming and minimal intervention to allow the site's character to express itself. The 2019 vintage is recognized for its elegance and transparency.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family has farmed grapes since 1955.
Fact 02
Vineyards are farmed organically.
Fact 03
Winemaker also works at Domaine Dujac in Burgundy.
Fact 04
Known for offering good value for Napa Cabernet.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Snowden The Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is produced using grapes primarily from the Snowden estate vineyards. The winemaking process involves fermentation with native yeasts, a practice that allows for a natural expression of the fruit and site. Wines are fermented dry without added sugar and are unfined. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in French Oak barrels, with some vintages utilizing a mix of new and used oak for an extended period. Harvests are timed to achieve moderate sugar levels, contributing to the wine's balance.
