Malibu Rocky Oaks Wine Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Los Angeles County - 750 Ml

Cabernet Sauvignon, Los Angeles County

Tempranillo is Spain's answer to Cabernet Sauvignon. Tempranillo ripens early, so it is well suited to the warmer climate of both Spain and Paso Robles. began with a cold, dry winter, resulting in an early budbreak. Spring remained dry and warm, providing a consistent climate for canopy growth. In early summer, the soils were depleted of water holding capacity, naturally reducing yields by 30%. A mild, early summer eventually turned hot. Steady, mid 90-degree temperatures ripened fruit consistently throughout the season. Harvest took place on September 10th and October 3rd. The wine was blended and aged for 18 months prior to bottling - Fred Holloway, Winemaker. 100% hand harvested. 100% hand sorted. 100% free run juice. 100% French oak (25% new). Delestage and pump overs. 100% unfined/unfiltered - Justin & Deborah Baldwin, Proprietors. Alc 13.5% by vol.