Thistle & Thorn Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 750ml
$47.99
Regular price
750ml
Volume
14.50%
Alc/Vol
Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal
2017
Vintage
United States
Country
Napa Valley
Region
About the Thistle & Thorn Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 750ml
Cabernet Sauvignon and other grape varieties
The range of grape varieties grown in the Napa Valley has evolved steadily over the 150 years since Yount planted his first vines. Cabernet Sauvignon has risen confidently to become Napa's star performer ("Napa Cab") and is the most widely planted grape in almost all of the valley's sub-regions.
The notable exception to this rule is Carneros, whose cool, breezy mesoclimate is better suited to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Merlot is also prominent, although since its fall from favor in the 1990s it is now used mostly as a blending component for Napa's Meritage wines and Bordeaux blends.
Although it represents only a small proportion of the valley's vineyard area here, Zinfandel remains significant in the Napa wine portfolio. Hillside sites above the valley floor provide exactly the kind of warm, dry environment in which Zinfandel (California's signature variety) performs best, particularly on rocky, free-draining slopes.
White wines are strongly outnumbered here, but play a valuable supporting role, bringing an element of diversity to the valley. Once upon a time, Riesling was the variety of choice but has now been replaced almost completely by Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Product/bottle images are illustrative only and may differ in vintage, bottle shape, or label.
Due to the Alberta Government distribution system, BSW Liquor cannot always guarantee the availability of specific vintages. We regularly update our website to reflect the most accurate vintage information. In instances where the requested vintage is not available, we will promptly contact you. You will then have the option to accept the available vintage or cancel the product from your order.
For more information contact shop@bswliquor.com.
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