Proprietary Red Blends
The Story
San Benito County, in California’s Central Coast region, has a century-long track record growing the classic red grapes of Bordeaux.
Winemaker “Griff”:
“A soft entry way leads to a juicy and toasty wine with good depth and length. Cab contributes layers of flavors and tannin structure. Deep colored and spicy Malbec provides backbone. Cab Franc adds cocoa and coffee. Merlot brings a juicy component and velvety texture. The perfect example of why the best Chateaux of Bordeaux”
Blend
The sum is greater than the parts! The approachability and complexity of Carnavál make it a great match for everyday American fare, including chili, burgers, and pizza.”Soft entry way leads to a juicy and toasty wine with good depth and length. Approachable and complex.
Awards:
Restaurant Wine Magazine, Four Stars, Highly Recommended
"Round, rich and full bodied, a blend with good depth of fruit (berries, plum) evident new oak, and along, mildly tannic finish."
Craig's Comments
THE FACTS…Appellation: San Benito County
Vineyard: Léal Estate
Harvest: 11 Nov 2003
Cépage: Cabernet Sauvignon 82%, Malbec 11%, Cabernet Franc 5%, Merlot 2%
Cooperage: 70% American, Demptos. 30% French, Mercier Barrel Aging: 21 months
Alcohol: 14.5%
RS: 0.29%
Produced: 753 cases
Released: Jan 2006