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Winemaker's Claret

2020 Sonoma Valley Red Blend

Benziger Winemaker's Claret is a captivating red blend from the renowned Sonoma Valley, embodying the character and elegance of its 2020 vintage. This wine presents a deep ruby hue, inviting you into its vibrant world. On the palate, it showcases a medium-bodied structure with balanced acidity, lending a refreshing quality that enhances the enjoyment of its fruit-forward profile. The wine reveals enticing layers of dark fruit flavors, such as black cherry and blackberry, complemented by subtle hints of spice and oak, which add complexity to its overall character. With well-integrated tannins, this Claret offers a smooth and approachable finish, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes while remaining irresistibly drinkable on its own. Its medium dryness provides a delightful crispness, ensuring that each sip leaves you yearning for more.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

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:


Sonoma County
Sonoma County

Many of California's world-class wines come from Sonoma County, separated from Napa by the Mayacamas Mountains. Three times the size of Napa, Sonoma is an incredibly diverse region. Cool coastal zones, fog-cloaked hillsides, sheltered valleys and craggy exposed peaks give Sonoma a vast array of terroirs and microclimates. Its many sub-regions produce a broad range of styles: from the bold Cabernets of Alexander Valley to the fragrant Pinots of Sonoma Coast and the sublime Chardonnays of Chalk Hill.

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