Darioush Caravan Cabernet Sauvignon

CARAVAN STORY Caravan shares the pedigree of Darioush Signature wines but displays more ripe saturated fruit with an elegantly textured finish. Caravan is anchored by Cabernet Sauvignon with lesser amounts of Merlot Cabernet Franc and/or Malbec added for depth and complexity of flavor. Tasting Notes Round supple and sleek – all are classic traits of Caravan Cabernet Sauvignon and the exemplary 2013 vintage is no exception. The wine opens with decadent top notes of chocolate coated red cherries fig and black currants lent by a significant blend of Merlot. The palate showcases ripe raspberry blackberry and plum with firm tannins and hints of spice including cinnamon vanilla and cherry liqueur. This is a substantial wine built to age yet equally enjoyable in its youth. VINIFICATION Meticulous attention to detail in vineyard and cellar. Handharvested into small 28 LB. baskets. Hand-sorted twice before and after de-stemming. Cold soaked for 72 hours in small fermenters. –