2023 Gail Wines 'Doris' Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Valley, USA
$29.00
83% cabernet, 17% merlot
The Doris Cabernet is sourced from three, organically farmed vioneyards in Sonoma Valley. Two, late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon sites anchor the blend: Warm Springs Ranch in Glen Ellen and a parcel of bush vines from the Waterman Vineyard in Eldridge—both valley floor vineyards known for producing structured, wines with plenty of depth. The Merlot comes from the Pickberry Vineyard on the far side of Sonoma Mountain, where cooler conditions and compact clay soils lend lift, freshness, and a savory edge to the blend. Farmed using organic methods
The fruit was handharvested and fermented in stainless steel tank with all native yeasts.
Aged for 16 months in neutral, French oak barrels
Notes
The Cabernet Sauvignon under our Doris label has quickly become a house wine for many. It is a blend of small vineyards from all over Sonoma Valley. These sites are planted amongst live oaks, pines, eucalyptus offering the distinctive fragrance of Sonoma's iconic forests, and it shows in the wine. Plush, textured and juicy without being overly rich - notes of blue fruit float over forest trees.
Specs
- Country United States
- Region California
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Gail Wines
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- Food Pairings Gamey Meats, Steak!, Root Veggies, Pizza Night
- Characteristics West Coast, Black or Blue Fruit, Big Power