Freemark Abbey
Freemark Abbey Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Red wine
5.0
Expert Rating
4.1
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
The Freemark Abbey Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a premier offering from one of Napa Valley's most venerable wineries, Freemark Abbey. Sourced exclusively from the esteemed Bosché Vineyard, a site renowned for its well-drained, gravelly loam soil, this wine showcases the pinnacle of terroir-driven Cabernet Sauvignon. Employing traditional winemaking techniques like extended maceration and aging in French oak barrels, the winery crafts a wine that captures the essence of its Rutherford appellation. The resulting Cabernet is a robust yet elegant masterpiece, brimming with layered flavors of dark fruit, spice, and refined tannins—a true embodiment of the power and finesse that Napa Valley wines can offer.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Freemark Abbey Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a highly regarded wine that showcases the exceptional quality of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.This wine is known for its elegance, complexity, and age-worthiness.
On the nose, you can expect aromas of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark chocolate, accompanied by hints of cedar and tobacco. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a well-integrated acidity. Flavors of black cherry, plum, and mocha unfold, leading to a long and satisfying finish.
The Bosché Vineyard, located in the Rutherford AVA, is renowned for producing grapes of exceptional quality. The unique terroir, with its well-drained soils and ideal sun exposure, contributes to the wine's distinct character and depth.
This Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect match for grilled meats, hearty stews, or aged cheeses. It can be enjoyed now, but it also has the potential to age gracefully for many years, allowing its flavors to further develop and evolve.
EXPERT RATING
5.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2051
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Freemark Abbey
Region: Napa
Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers.
The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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