2016 Black Sage Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The nose consists of nice rich cassis, black forest cake, toasted oak, and a hint
of leather and spice. The palate is full with flavours of dark cherries, cassis
and an undertone of toast and spice. The tannins are approachable and the
wine has a long fi nish.
Vineyard Notes
The 2016 season began with above average temperatures causing an early bud
break. This early harvest was tempered with cooler temperatures and rain in
June and July. In the fall, there were warm days but the nights started to cool
which helped balance the acid. Harvest started early to mid-October and the
lack of damaging frost allowed the grapes to develop bold flavours and the
tannins to ripen. Thus the 2016 reds are full of fruit flavour, with mouth
coating tannins and great structure.
Winemaker Notes
The grapes were gently destemmed and crushed and fermented in stainless
steel tanks for 14 days. During the 14 days, the wine was pumped over twice
daily to help with flavour and colour extraction. The wine was pressed off the
skins and then went through malolactic fermentation in a selection of French
and American oak barrels. It was allowed to aged for 15 months in the barrels
to soften the tannins and concentrate the flavours.
Food Pairing Notes
Pair with rich dishes like lamb stew or prime rib. Also pairs perfectly with strong, sharp cheeses.
Product Reviews
Ron Anderson Yule
(Nov 26, 2016 at 12:31 PM)
Great wine to receive as part of our membership. Decanted for a hour and found it to be exceptional. Pleasantly suprised to see what a deal this was. Can't wait to sit some for a couple years and discover it all over again. Hope you enjoy ig as much as we did.