# Kapcsándy Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon (2019)

- **Producer:** Kapcsándy Family Winery
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.3%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, menthol, violet, blueberry, black cherry, cloves, chocolate, vanilla, cedar, coffee, leather, earth, black truffle, tobacco, mushroom

## About this wine

The Kapcsándy Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Yountville appellation of Napa Valley, California. The Kapcsándy family, with roots tracing back to Hungary, established their winery after acquiring the State Lane Vineyard in 2000. Their ambition is to produce wines of 'First Growth' quality, blending European winemaking ideals with modern techniques. The 2019 vintage is characterized by its vibrant red fruit, balance, and elegance. The winery emphasizes sustainable practices, with the vineyard being 100% solar-powered and employing natural pest control methods. Production is intentionally limited to 300 cases.

## Interesting facts

- Family crest dates from the 1730s, illustrating Hungarian history.
- Vineyard is 100% solar-powered.
- Production is limited to just 300 cases.
- Often compared to a Château Lafite-like style.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and ripe tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, creating a balanced palate. Its complex flavor profile can stand up to and enhance robust dishes, while its acidity cuts through fatty elements, cleansing the palate.

## Wine making process

The Kapcsándy Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the State Lane Vineyard in Yountville, Napa Valley. The vineyard is planted densely to promote flavor intensity. Following harvest, the wine undergoes a 20-month aging process, with 80% of the wine matured in new French oak barrels. This approach aims to develop the wine's structure, complexity, and aging potential, reflecting the winery's commitment to producing high-quality, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon.