COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Spottswoode Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a red wine from St. Helena, Napa Valley. This vintage commemorates the winery's 40th anniversary. Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, founded in 1882, is a family-owned estate managed by sisters Beth and Lindy Novak. The vineyard is situated on alluvial soils and is known for its commitment to organic and regenerative farming practices. The 2021 growing season benefited from cool maritime breezes, promoting even fruit ripening.
ALCOHOL
13.6%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First Napa vineyard farmed organically (since 1985).
Fact 02
Certified Regenerative Organic.
Fact 03
This is the winery's 40th-anniversary wine.
Fact 04
Aged 20 months in 60-65% new French oak.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Spottswoode Estate Cabernet Sauvignon are fermented in a mix of cement and stainless steel tanks. Following primary fermentation, malolactic fermentation is carried out in barrel. The wine then undergoes an aging period of 20 months, with 60-65% of the barrels being new French and Hungarian oak. Spottswoode Estate Vineyard is farmed organically and is certified Regenerative Organic.
