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Ravenswood
2006 Vintners Blend Cabernet Sauvignon, California

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Story

  • In 1976, Joel Peterson founded Ravenswood. Since its beginning, Ravenswood has been recognized all over the world for its amazing Zinfandel. Thirty years later, Ravenswood is known for all of its exceptional varietals.
  • Vintners Blend: Everyday wines that reflect true California varietals flavor in Ravenswood's approachable style.

    Description

  • A full-bodied, dry and flavorful red wine with cassis and black cherry fruits mingled with oak spiciness and moderate tannins.
  • Why Drink This Wine

  • Ravenswood Vintners Blend wines are delicious for everyday drinking, this vibrant fruit-forward Cabernet Sauvignon is ready to drink and an exceptional value.
  • Our Peers

  • Gnarly Head, Bogle, Beringer Founder's Estate, Dancing Bull
  • Additional Information

  • 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petite Sirah, 4% Cabernet Franc
    ▪ Aged 12 months in 100% French oak; 25% new
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