Broken Earth Winery
CV Reserve 2018
Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, California
BOLD WINE STYLE
Beginning with the nose, there are notes of blackcurrants, pine needles, along with underlying oak spices that paint the picture of international appeal. This cohesion of integrated flavors easily translates to a mouth feel full of blueberry sensations and silky tannins. The linear finish leaves a rejuvenated palate that is not overwhelmed by over structured tannin, showing that a bigger wine is not always better.
WINE DETAILS:
- Analysis: 14.9% alcohol / volume
- Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
- pH: 3.67
- Residual Sugar: 2.0 g/L
- Total Acidity: 6.2 g/L
- Harvest Date: October 2018
- Bottling Date: January 2021
- Winemaker: Chris Cameron
- Awards: 92 pts. – Wine Enthusiast, 2018
WINEMAKERS NOTES:
“The term CV refers to the original vineyard holdings on our estate, Continental Vineyards, and this very limited wine is only produced in exceptional vintage years. In 2018, we achieved perfect fruit ripeness, resulting in a wine of outstanding depth. There are many special dishes and occasions that can pair with this wine, but in our humble opinion, only one reigns supreme: seared lamb. Take three inch lamb cutlets, brush with olive oil, black pepper, and garlic, then sear from the bottom and quickly flip to finish. Only new oak is used and the average aging is 23 months.” – Winemaker, Chris Cameron
Broken Earth Winery
CV Reserve 2018
Cabernet Franc
Paso Robles, California
BOLD WINE STYLE
This crop was a much anticipated one. It is a very robust style that retains elegance and finesse. It is quite firm on the palate but the masses of spicy fruit and balancing oak compliment the grip nicely. The color is deep and intense reflecting the wine’s brooding nature. Bright natural acidity will ensure this wine ages for many years.
WINE DETAILS:
- Analysis: 15.2% alcohol / volume
- Varietal: Cabernet Franc
- pH: 3.58
- Residual Sugar: 2.0 g/L
- Total Acidity: 5.52 g/L
- Harvest Date: October 2018
- Bottling Date: March 2022
- Winemaker: Chris Cameron
- Awards: 90 pts. – Wine Enthusiast, 2018
WINEMAKERS NOTES:
“Cabernet Franc is a significant Bordeaux variety that figures prominently in the “right bank” styles of Pomerol and Sanitt-Émilion although it is rarely released there on its own. Paso Robles’ climate has the ability to get it ripe on its own and we are confident, and excited to release this 100% varietal. Only new oak is used and the average aging is 23 months.” – Winemaker, Chris Cameron
ABOUT BROKEN EARTH WINERY:
Celebrating 50 Years: In 1973, Wayne Rodgers (Mash), James Caan (Godfather), Peter Faulk (Columbo), Jack Webb (Dragnet) and local visionary Herman Schwartz established the first large scale vineyard on the Central Coast, planting 520 acres. They anticipated the growth of Paso Robles to be another 2,000 acres with 10-15 wineries over the long-term. Paso Robles now stands around 70,000 acres under vine and over 300 wineries.
Continental Vineyard was a grower for many Napa wineries in the early 70’s and 80’s. Winemakers from all over the world would travel to this vineyard to see what Paso Robles was capable of growing. They continue this tradition today, establishing many new varieties that have never been planted in the US, and have 34 of the 72 varieties grown in the region.
Broken Earth, as a brand, was born from the heritage of the vineyard property originally named “Rancho Tierra Rejada”, meaning “land of worked or farmed earth”. For generations, farmers have cultivated and ‘broken’ the soil in the region with care and respect. Their goal is to respect the land and its treasures. Broken Earth winery encompasses a philosophy to provide wine that reflects the personality of where it is sustainably grown and the personality of its talented craftsmen, the winemaker and crew. Learn more about the winery here.
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