# Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (2021)

- **Producer:** Frog's Leap
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €65
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, blackberry, cassis, black cherry, sweet cherry, dark chocolate, cedar, vanilla, graphite, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Frog's Leap Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a red wine from the Rutherford AVA of Napa Valley, California. Produced by Frog's Leap Winery, it is a blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc. The winery was founded in 1981 by John Williams and Larry Turley and is known for its commitment to sustainable and organic farming practices, including dry farming without irrigation. The vineyards are planted in Pleasanton and Cortina soil series, with vines averaging 20 years of age. The 2021 vintage was characterized by drought conditions, resulting in lower yields but contributing to the wine's concentration and balance. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes are 100% certified organic and dry-farmed.
- Vines average 20 years of age.
- 2021 yields were 50% of normal.
- Fermented on native yeast.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and fine tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like beef, lamb, and duck. The dark fruit and earthy notes in the wine can echo or contrast with savory elements in dishes, while its balanced acidity helps to cut through richer sauces and fats.

## Wine making process

The grapes for Frog's Leap Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 are 100% certified organic and dry-farmed. The 2021 vintage experienced drought conditions, resulting in reduced yields. Fermentation occurred on native yeast for 10-15 days with thrice-daily pump-overs. The wine was subsequently aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, with 25% new oak. It was bottled unfined and unfiltered. The production volume for this vintage was 7,100 cases.