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Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon 2007




I don’t know any way to impress friends faster then to casually mention you just cracked open a bottle of Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon. Even those not in the know have heard a little of the buzz on this “it” wine. Thanks to Kobrand Wine & Spirits Corporation, Cakebread Cellar’s marketing firm, I had the pure joy and excitement of sampling my very own bottle in my home. It truly was a lovely and delightful evening.

I’m first enticed by the fruit forward aromas of black berry and cassis along with oak and vanilla wafting out of the glass. First sip and my palate immediately picks up the bold tannins, intense berries, plums and spice. A long lingering finish and lush mouthfeel which gets smoother as the wine has a little more time to open up.

Grape Variety:87% Cabernet Sauvignon6% Merlot4% Cabernet Franc2% Petit Verdot1% Malbec

Cakebread Cellars history began more than 30 years ago with Jack Cakebread’s, casual mention to friends, he wanted to someday own a vineyard. Later that day, Jack received a call that would change the direction of his life, the friends were offering to sell their ranch located in Rutherford, CA. Jack jumped at the chance and the Cakebread Cellars story begins.

Located in Napa Valley, the Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of grapes harvested from multiple vineyards, allowing the winery to create an opulent and high quality wine. In addition to producing fabulous wines, the family is committed to educating the public about the health benefits of wine and a healthy lifestyle. Did you know the FDA has included wine in their Diet Guidelines?

Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon was a delectable wine priced will over my general $9.99 price point but for those with a tight wallet (whose isn’t right now) this wine can still be enjoyed and savored by the glass at many restaurants offering a nice wine list.

We paired the wine with Danish Castello blue cheese and then with some wonderful steaks. Each sip was pure pleasure and such a joy, I was sad to see the bottle run dry.

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