100% Cabernet Sauvignon Forever

  In my opinion, most serious Washington wine drinkers love Cabernet Sauvignon.  There are always varietals that become popular including Syrah and possibly even the comeback of Merlot, but for the most part, Cab is king.  What makes it so special?  It has a rather complex flavor profile, strong tannin structure and while perfect on its' own, can hold up to the richest of foods.  If you didn't already catch it, Cab, by nickname is my favorite varietal, hands down.

  Today, here at Greenlake Wines, there are several bottles of wine on the counter waiting for me to try.  One of them is 2009--Bigelow Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon.  What I love already about this wine is that they wrote on the label, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.  You only have to have 75% of a certain varietal to call it that.  For example, if I make a Cab and it has 75% Cab, 15% Merlot, 5% Syrah and 5% Malbec, I can still call it Cab.  There are so many lovely Bordeaux style blends across the board that sometimes it is very refreshing to try a single varietal on its' own.  With that said, the nose is full of tobacco, black raspberries and present, yet balanced oak.  Black raspberries fill the palate well alongside notes of dark chocolate and creamy oak.  The palate also has great mouthfeel and a robust, solid tannin structure that you will most likely want to sip slowly.  Tobacco and dark chocolate continue for a lengthy amount of time on the finish and you may hold your glass up for another splash.

  Triple cream cheeses. olives and filet mignon are just some of the foods that would pair beautifully with this Cab.  If you don't want any food to get in the way, I understand, it's great on its' own!  If this wine sounds exciting to you, please feel free to come visit myself and the rest of our lovely staff here at Greenlake Wines!


Ciao!
Erin