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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cakebread Cellars Wine Descriptions: 2006 Benchland Select
2006 Benchland Select
Cabernet Sauvignon

 

Winemaker Challenge

Our Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon received a silver award in this tasting held in January 2010 judged by winemakers from around the world.

CSB 2006

Grape Varieties:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Alcohol Content:
15.1%

Total Acidity: 0.65g/100ml

Vineyards:
Oakville District - 63%, Rutherford District - 37%

Harvest Dates: October 23-25, 2006

pH: 3.65

Fermentation:
Stainless Steel

Barrel Aging:
21 months in French Oak
, 47% new

Winemaker:
Julianne Laks