Gandona Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

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Gandona Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Gandona Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Gandona
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.5

Highly Reviewed

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Gandona Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Gandona Estate, a renowned winery located in the Pritchard Hill appellation of Napa Valley. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which are situated at an elevation of over 1,500 feet above sea level. The unique terroir of the vineyards, with its rocky soils and cool climate, imparts a distinct character to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand sorting and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is elegant, complex, and full-bodied. The wine showcases the classic characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon, with notes of black fruit, cassis, and spice, and a long, smooth finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Gandona Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and powerful wine, with aromas of dark berry, cassis, and hints of spice.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with firm tannins and a long finish. It is a complex and well-balanced wine, with layers of dark fruit, herbs, and earthy notes, along with a hint of smokiness. Enjoy this wine with a hearty beef or game dish.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Petit Verdot

ORIGINS

Winery: Gandona

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

4.5

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