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Decoy
Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.0
Most Reviewed
2016
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
The Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied and bold red wine from the Sonoma County in California. It offers a complex nose of plum, blackberry, and cedar, with subtle hints of tobacco and baking spice. The palate is ripe and juicy, with soft tannins and a lingering finish of blackcurrant, leather, and vanilla. The roundness of the wine and its balanced acidity make it an excellent choice to enjoy with red meats, stews, and mature cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied and lush red wine, with intense aromas of ripe dark fruit and a hint of smokiness.On the palate, the wine offers flavors of juicy blackberry, cassis, and hints of cocoa, framed by toasty oak notes. Structured tannins lead to a long and satisfying finish. Overall, this is a well-crafted, balanced wine that is enjoyable for any occasion.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Decoy
Region: California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States, and is home to some of the world's most renowned wine regions. With its diverse topography, climate, and soil, California is a paradise for wine lovers.
The history of winemaking in California dates back to the 18th century, when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards in the state. Since then, California has become one of the world's leading wine producers, with over 4,000 wineries and more than 100 different grape varieties.