B&G Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (France)

Description

Blackcurrant, Spice, Vanilla

"Attractively fruited and nicely lifted on the nose showing dark berry, thyme, olive and almond characters, leading to a medium-bodied palate that's juicy and refreshing. Well balanced by fine texture and polished tannins, finishing lingering and tasty" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Nov 2022

Deep garnet red with purple highlights. Good intensity, mixing ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) with flattering toasty and spicy notes when agitated. Round and smooth on the palate with velvety tannins. Long fruity aftertaste with notes of vanilla and licorice.

Languedoc Roussillon (750 000 acres) along the Mediterranean sea. The different terroirs (clay and limestone in Limoux and gravels in the Gard) add complexity and richness to the wine. Selection of vines located in the coolest areas of the Languedoc region near Limoux (wide temperature range between cool nights and warm days) and in the Gard region where the weather is warmer.

De-stalking and crushing of the grapes – alcoholic fermentation in vats with rack and return twice a day (temperature carefully controlled to reach 27°C / 81°F at the end of the fermentation) – micro oxygenation before malolactic fermentation to enhance the color and to supple the tannins.

Food Pairing: Grilled red meat, pasta, spicy dishes and cheese. Best served between 16°C and 18°C / 60°F and 65°F.