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Red Hills

2008 Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon

Hawk Crest Red Hills is a captivating red wine that showcases the exceptional character of Cabernet Sauvignon. Hailing from the renowned Red Hills region of Lake County, this vintage offers a well-structured profile that highlights its full-bodied nature. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing counterbalance to its prominent fruit intensity, which features lush notes of blackcurrant and dark cherry. The tannins are notably firm, contributing to the wine's depth and aging potential. With a rich, dry finish, this Cabernet Sauvignon exemplifies the unique terroir of the Red Hills, making it a delightful choice for both casual sipping and elegant gatherings.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Cedar

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:


North Coast
North Coast

The North Coast AVA is a vast "super region" covering three million acres of prime land north of San Francisco. It encompasses the famous wine counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino, as well as Lake, Marin and Solano. While most wines from these counties are made under one of the prestigious regional AVAs, winemakers can also blend grapes from different counties. In this way, they create wines that show off the quality of the entire region and are not limited to specific terroirs. Common varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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