{"product_id":"freemark-abbey-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-california-2018-1-bottle","title":"Freemark Abbey Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon California 2018 - 1 Bottle","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSycamore Vineyard is one of Freemark Abbey's distinguished vineyard sites on the southern end of the Rutherford Bench. Located close to the Mayacamas Mountains, the site produces small, intensely flavoured berries and Cabernet with impressive concentration, texture and tannic structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2018 vintage delivered excellent growing conditions in Napa Valley, allowing the Cabernet to develop concentrated fruit while retaining freshness and structure. The resulting wine combines depth and richness with the firm tannins and acidity needed for extended ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2018 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. The wine was matured for 27 months in French oak, with approximately 62% new oak, adding layers of spice and toast while allowing the powerful fruit and tannins to integrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep garnet red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blackcurrant, pomegranate and dark berries with baking spice, forest floor and espresso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich and textured, showing black cherry, dark chocolate and leather alongside firm yet integrated tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and mineral-driven, with lingering dark fruit, warm oak spice and subtle savoury notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sourced from the renowned Sycamore Vineyard in Rutherford\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Matured for 27 months in French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Powerful yet refined structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Layers of black fruit, chocolate, spice and earthy character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent long-term cellaring potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal with grilled ribeye, beef short ribs, roast lamb, braised beef, venison, grilled vegetables and aged cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Freemark Abbey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44347036958900,"sku":"VP-FASVCSCB18-1P","price":360.07,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/odqabseg36k5zklgvxtp.jpg?v=1786707010","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/freemark-abbey-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-california-2018-1-bottle","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}