Bedford Wine Merchants Santa Rita Cabernet Sauvignon Casa Real Alto Santa Rita Old Vines Vineyard 2008

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Wine Spectator 92 points - A ripe, polished red, featuring forward yet dense cassis, kirsch and raspberry reduction notes that remain fresh and focused, as savory hints of licorice, fine herbs and tobacco grace the long finish. Drink now through 2016.—N.W. (Oct 17 2012)

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Wine maker notes

Concerning the concept of Terroir, the 1999 harvest of Casa Real has undoubtedly achieved the ultimate expression of a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine. The grapes were vinified with the intention of obtaining a full-extraction wine, resulting in a high concentration of rich fruit and tannins. Casa Real 1999 is without a doubt a sophisticated and complex wine. The delicious taste of mature fruits like plums and black currants mesh with hints of leather, tobacco, vanilla and the aroma of cloves, gained from having spent 14 months in new French oak. By definition, a classic of excellence. Decanting before serving is suggested.

Technical notes

Harvest: April 1999 pH: 3.77 acidity 4.75 gr./lt. (tartaric acid) Alc/Vol. 13.8% residual sugar 2.04 gr./lt. bottled December, 2000.

Food pairing

Steak au Poivre, deer, game birds, mature cheeses, strongly seasoned red meats, duck, kidney, etc.