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Desert Wine

2005 Santa Barbara County Cabernet Sauvignon

Dascomb Cellars Desert Wine is a captivating Cabernet Sauvignon from the esteemed Santa Barbara County, showcasing a deep red hue that entices the eye. This vintage from 2005 reveals an abundant fruit intensity, with lush notes of blackcurrant and ripe plum, harmoniously balanced with layers of dark chocolate and subtle spice. The body is full, providing a robust mouthfeel that invites exploration, while the acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing quality to the wine. Tannins are notably structured, offering a firm backbone that promises aging potential and enhances its complexity. This captivating wine is also delightful in its dryness, making it exceptionally versatile for pairing with hearty dishes or cherished moments by the glass.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Grilled Lamb

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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