Martin Ray
Martin Ray Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Martin Ray Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon embodies a legacy of precision winemaking dating back to the pioneering efforts of Martin Ray in the 1940s. Produced by Martin Ray Winery, nestled in the Russian River Valley since 2003, this wine exemplifies the ethos of "wines in place," sourcing grapes from premier locations across California. Drawing from Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, and Napa County, each appellation contributes unique characteristics shaped by diverse climates, elevations, and soil types. The meticulous winemaking process includes a four-day cold soak, followed by hand punch downs for two weeks in open-top fermenters, and aging in 45% new French oak barrels for 12 months. The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon that harmoniously marries the terroir-driven complexity of Sonoma County with the refined elegance of Napa Valley, offering a bold yet balanced expression of the varietal.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Martin Ray Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust and complex wine, with notes of blackberry, dark cherry, and toasted oak.On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with tannins that are firm but well-integrated. The finish is long and flavorful, with hints of dark chocolate and baking spice. Overall, this is a delicious and well-made Cabernet Sauvignon that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Martin Ray
Region: Sonoma
Sonoma County is a renowned wine region located in the northern part of California, USA. It is known for producing high-quality wines from a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. The region is home to over 400 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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