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Clos Reserve

2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The Franciscan Estate Clos Reserve from the renowned Napa Valley is a captivating Cabernet Sauvignon that radiates elegance and depth, showcasing a full-bodied profile that envelops the palate. With a rich and pronounced acidity, this robust red wine strikes a delightful balance, invigorating the taste buds while enhancing its complex character. The fruit intensity is emphatically pronounced, offering lush notes of blackcurrants and dark cherries, harmoniously interwoven with accents of baking spices and subtle oak influences. Tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that supports the wine's longevity and richness. This vintage, crafted with care, reveals an exquisitely dry finish, making it an exceptional choice for lovers of finely crafted Napa Valley wines.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Oak

Oak

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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