# Three Finger Jack Cabernet Sauvignon (2022)

- **Producer:** 3 Finger Jack Cellars
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, black cherry, plum, blueberry, coconut, vanilla, coffee, chocolate, cedar

## About this wine

The Three Finger Jack Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a red wine from California, produced by 3 Finger Jack Cellars, a brand under Delicato Family Vineyards. The wine's name is inspired by a historical figure associated with the Lodi region. Grapes are cultivated in Lodi's East Side Ridge, an area recognized for its specific soil composition and climate that supports the ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2022 vintage reflects the growing conditions of that year in California.

## Interesting facts

- Named after a Gold Rush outlaw from the Lodi area.
- Grapes are sourced from Lodi's East Side Ridge.
- Part of Delicato Family Vineyards, a family-owned winery.
- Known for a bold, fruit-forward style.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and polished tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats, while its dark fruit notes can echo savory flavors in dishes. The wine's structure can stand up to robust flavors and textures.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Three Finger Jack Cabernet Sauvignon involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, approximately 80% of the wine is aged for eight months in a mix of small American and French oak barrels. The grapes are sourced from Lodi, California, a region known for its warm climate suitable for ripening Cabernet Sauvignon.