2016 Dablon Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Notes:   Sweet licorice and incense on the nose lead to flavors of chocolate covered strawberries, raspberries, cherries and a fresh, clean finish.

Pairing Suggestions:  Gruyere or Taleggio cheese, mushrooms, venison, raised beef or filet mignon

Vintage Year: A long growing season with warm temperatures, normal rainfall and milder winter temperatures.

Winemaking Methods:  Handpicked grapes, 100% stainless steel fermentation.  Malolactic fermentation.

Technical Data:

Bottling Date: 2/27/2018

Cases Produced: 503

Appellation: Lake Michigan Shore

Harvest Date: 11/1/2016

Harvest Brix: 22

Residual Sugar: 0%

Alcohol at Bottling: 12.1%

PH: 3.47

Oak Usage: One year in 31% new, 28% 1-year old, 20% 2-year old and 21%