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East Cabernet Sauvignon

2005 Santa Barbara County Cabernet Sauvignon

Dascomb Cellars East Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2005 vintage showcases the elegance and depth characteristic of wines from Santa Barbara County. This red wine presents a full-bodied experience, complemented by high acidity that lends a bright and lively character. The fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring notes of dark cherry and blackberry, which harmonize beautifully with subtle undertones of oak and spice. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing structure without overpowering the palate. This Cabernet Sauvignon is dry, allowing the wine's complex flavor profile to shine, making it an excellent choice for pairing with grilled meats and hearty dishes.

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:


Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Herbed Lamb Chops, Lamb Chops

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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