# Bleecker Cabernet Sauvignon (2023)

- **Producer:** Bleecker
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, blackberry, plum, black pepper, vanilla, cedar, toast

## About this wine

Bleecker Cabernet Sauvignon originates from vineyards across California's premier winegrowing regions. The wine reflects the sunny climate and diverse terroir of California, which provides reliable growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. Bleecker focuses on creating accessible, fruit-forward wines that showcase quintessential California varietal characteristics.

## Interesting facts

- California accounts for over 80% of total US wine production.
- Cabernet Sauvignon is the most widely planted red wine grape variety in California.

## Food pairing

The structure and moderate tannins of California Cabernet Sauvignon complement rich proteins and savory fats, which coat the palate and integrate with the wine's dark fruit profile.

## Wine making process

Harvested at optimal ripeness, the grapes undergo temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to retain primary fruit freshness. Following fermentation, a portion of the blend is aged with oak to impart subtle spices and soften the tannin profile prior to final blending and bottling.