Estrada Creek Cabernet Sauvignon

Filed in archive California Wines on November 14, 2006

As part of one of our Taste of California wine club shipments, we tasted a bottle of 2003 Estrada Creek Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon.

Nice and fruity and not overly intense, with an alcohol content of 12.5%, it was a wonderful addition to our dinner of shrimp and pasta.

I looked around on-line and discovered that (as of this moment at least) a Taste of California still has this in stock, which is not always the case I've learned.

Here are their tasting notes:

Region: Lodi, California
Total Acid: .62 g/l
Alcohol: 12.5%
Residual Sugar: 0.63 g/l
Cellaring: 2-3 years

Panel's Notes: Aromas of Black Cherry, ripe plum and berries are echoed by complex, ripe fruit flavors in this soft, fruit-forward style of Cabernet Sauvignon. Ripe tannins provide just the right structure for aging and balance.
Winery Background: Vineyards established over 100 years ago are the source for Estrada Creek Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes from this growing area provide complexity and balance to the finished wine.
Food: An ideal partner for roast lamb or beef.