Domaine Eden Cabernet Blend Santa Cruz Mountains California USA 2016 750ml

Brand Story

For decades Mount Eden has been doing something highly unusual fora California boutique winery: making brilliant Burgundian-style Chardonnays and graceful Pinot Noirs, but also stunning estate Cabernet Sauvignons that have Bordeaux-like age ability. And their Domaine Eden series are among California’s best bargains. 

The Domaine Eden Pinot was the New World wine served at the Harry and Meghan Markle's Royal Wedding!

The more affordable little brother of Mount Eden, the Domaine Eden Cabernet program is a combination of Bordeaux varieties, mainly Cabernet Sauvignon from Mount Eden, Domaine Eden and three exquisite sites in Saratoga and Los Gatos. It is a true Bordeaux blend encompassing the top five Bordeaux grapes varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot with small additions of Petit Verdot and Malbec. 

The Mount Eden parameters of low yields. The lots are fermented separately using natural fermentations and French oak. Aging this wine to maturity for two years, no fining or filtration is conducted prior to bottling, just like the Estate regimen.

Grape Varieties

 75% Cabernet Sauvignon,

15% Merlot

5% Cabernet Franc

4% Petite Verdot

1% Malbec.

TastingNotes

Color

Deep ruby

Bouquet

Impressed minerally nose of crushed stone, dusty earth, warmred cherries, wood smoke and savory/herbal hints with notions of charcuterie,warm blackberries, cherries and bitter chocolate.

Taste

Medium-bodied, the palate focuses on minerality, structure and savory flavors. It offers great intensity in the mouth with finely grained, ripe tannins and great freshness of lavender and black plum, finishing long and layered.

Serving Temperature

16-18 Celsius

Food Pairings

Roasted beef tenderloin with wine sauce

Recommended Glass

Bordeaux red wine glass