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Block 723 Reserve

2012 Santa Barbara County Cabernet Sauvignon

The Vineyard Block Estate Block 723 Reserve, a remarkable 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon from Santa Barbara County, showcases a vibrant red hue that captures the eye. This wine is full-bodied, offering a richness that envelops the palate. Its acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing lift to the overall experience. With pronounced fruit intensity, this Cabernet Sauvignon presents notes of dark fruit such as blackcurrant and plum, complemented by subtle hints of spice and oak. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that promises aging potential while remaining approachable. As a dry wine, it perfectly balances fruit and oak, making it an excellent choice for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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