COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot
PRODUCER
689 Cellars
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Submission Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted by 689 Cellars, founded in 2008 by global wine marketer Curtis McBride and winemaker Kent Rasmussen. The winery's name is deeply rooted in Chinese numerology, representing happiness (six), balance (eight), and longevity (nine). This California AVA release brings together carefully selected fruit from premier vineyards across Sonoma, Napa, Lodi, and Mendocino counties. The goal of the estate is to produce wines that express harmony and structural balance, offering an accessible yet sophisticated representation of California's diverse terroirs.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name '689' is inspired by Chinese numerology, representing happiness, balance, and longevity.
Fact 02
The 2016 vintage features a unique blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec, and 5% Merlot.
Fact 03
Critically acclaimed, this vintage received a stellar 96-point review from the Toronto Star.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the 2016 vintage began with harvesting grapes at optimal ripeness from selected California vineyards. Following a gentle crushing, the grapes underwent temperature-controlled primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant fruit character. The wine was then aged for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, with approximately 25% to 30% new French oak and the remainder in seasoned neutral barrels. This aging regimen rounds out the tannins and integrates the oak components seamlessly.
