2007 Willow Springs California Cabernet Sauvignon
This delicious California Cabernet showcases impressions of cassis, plum, tobacco, berry jam and cedar.
WINE RE-ORDER #: 16535
(39 Ratings)
Avg. Rating: 4.1 out of 5
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Wine drinkers aren’t the only folks who love Cabernet Sauvignon. Growers love it, too..
Cabernet berries are small and spherical with black, thick and very tough skin. This toughness makes the grapes fairly resistant to disease and spoilage, and able to withstand some autumn rains with little damage. It is a mid- to late-season ripener. These growth characteristics, along with its flavor appeal, have made Cabernet Sauvignon one of the most popular red wine varieties worldwide.
The best growing sites for producing quality wines from Cabernet grapes are in moderately warm, semi-arid regions that provide a long growing season on well-drained, not-too-fertile soils. Vineyards in Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley, much of the Napa Valley, and around the Paso Robles area of California’s Central Coast have consistently produced the highest-rated California examples.
In fact, those were among the sources of fruit for this featured Cabernet from Willow Springs. The combination of growing areas and complementary varieties makes this a wine that’s easy to love.
| GRAPE COMPOSITION: | 77% Cabernet Sauvignon & 23% Other Red Varieties |
| GRAPE SOURCE: | Select Vineyards in Various California Growing Regions |
| AROMAS & FLAVORS: | Cassis, Plum, Tobacco, Berry Jam and Cedar |
| WHEN TO DRINK: | Now Through Mid-2011 |
| FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTION: | lamb chops, or a broiled steak. |
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James Bosworth
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Cabernet Sauvignon Ice Cream Our friends at Alexander Valley Vineyards came up with this wonderful recipe a few years ago. We've tried it with Cabernet Sauvignon (as the recipe calls for), as well as Merlot, Primitivo, Cabernet Franc and Zinfandel... and every time, it turns out delicious! It's best made with an ice cream maker, and if you have such a machine, it's extremely easy to assemble. Enjoy! |
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Radicchio Risotto Try this dish with a big red wine such as Zinfandel or Cabernet Sauvignon. It makes 4 servings. |
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Beef Roast With Winter Fruit This recipe is ideal for the chilly evenings of winter, and matches beautifully with Cabernet Sauvignon or red Bordeaux. It makes 12 servings. |
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Mustard Crusted Rack Of Lamb Try this tasty recipe, which serves 4 or more, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah or a red blend containing any of the aforementioned varieties... |
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Maytag Bleu T Bone Steaks We decided to tap the "Born to Grill" cookbook for this amazingly flavorful recipe for the summer. It serves 4. |
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Tomato Pesto Pasta A wonderful match with Cabernet Sauvignon, this recipe helps bring out the fruitful quality of the wine. It also matches nicely with other red wines, and serves 4. |
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Sausage Jambalaya This recipe makes a great meal, especially on a cold day. Try it with Syrah, Zinfandel or Cabernet Sauvignon. And if you'd like to save a few fat grams, substitute turkey sausage for the beef. This recipe makes 8 servings. |
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Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta In a world of "anything goes" food-and-wine pairing, we're always on the lookout for recipes that match well with either white or red wines. This is one such recipe, and it makes two servings... |
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Pork Tenderloin With Tart Cherry Port And Caraway Sauce This delicious recipe from Sonoma County's J. Fritz Winery matches beautifully with almost any red wine. It makes 4 to 6 servings. |
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Beef Rib Eye With Sweet Onion Topping This dish pairs beautifully with Syrah (a.k.a. Shiraz), as well as Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and red blends. This recipe makes 4 servings |
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Pan Fried Lamb Chops This recipe, which makes 4 servings, features flavors that can be enjoyed with virtually any red wine. Turn it into a complete meal with a side dish jasmine rice. |
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Stuffed Flank Steak With Sonoma Sausage Spinach And Pine Nuts Cabernet Sauvignon calls for hearty food, and this recipe is an ideal match. It serves 6... |
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Red Wine Bundt Cake It's not easy to match Cabernet Sauvignon with dessert. Not easy...but not impossible. Try this recipe with your favorite . . . |
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Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... |
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Cote De Boeuf For Two When you want a special dish to serve with a special red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or a rich Rhone blend, try this recipe. As its name indicates, it makes 2 servings. Cote de Boeuf for Two |
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| VARIETAL: Cabernet Sauvignon |
Deep color and richness with the potential to age a long time, and better still if aged in oak before bottling. Classic flavors blackcurrant, plum, cherry and spice. The most popular red wine in America. |
