I hope everyone had a great weekend. I've been enjoying the extra time spent in San Diego with friends and family, improving my tennis game, and going to the beach on a regular basis (even though it seems we are experiencing June gloom...in August!)
{TASTING NOTES TUESDAY}
My first impression of this Cab blend by Cupcake Vineyards is marked by its cute label and display in the store. Plus the back of the label reads, "Live Deliciously." Irresistible? I think yes!
An initial sniff of the wine sends me in oaky aroma overload, yet I find the wine mellows out after letting it breathe a bit. The medium cherry color wine holds a thin viscosity and is somewhat transparent. A few swirls later, the wine shows a ripe blackberry, dark cherry aroma layered with cedar and a slight vegetative character. The dark berry flavor wine has a spicy finish; either tarragon or clove. Very drinkable and makes for a great match with BBQ meats or mixed chicken and vegetable kabobs.
Cons: The Cab was slightly acidic, seemed thin and weak (not very substantial); but it might be too young still.
Final words: For a wine of this price, I'd say its a pretty smart buy.
{Serious props to Cupcake Vineyards and their brilliant marketing strategies}
Cabernet Sauvignon Cupcake 2009
Composition: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Syrah, 2% Merlot & 2% Petite Syrah
Location: Central Coast California.
Alcohol %: 13.5%
pH: 3.6
Acid:0.66g/100mL
Sugar: 25
Very good review of this Cupcake. However,
ReplyDeletedoes it qualify for 'slap the bag' or not?