Cab Zin
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Best enjoyed within 1–5 years of release to appreciate its vibrant fruit character.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Barbecued pork ribs, grilled ribeye steak, aged cheddar cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Cooper's Hawk 'Cab Zin' is an ingenious and distinctly American marriage of two powerhouse grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. This proprietary red blend represents a modern evolution of California's historic field blends, where winemakers sought to balance different grape characteristics directly in the cellar. By sourcing premium fruit from celebrated California vineyards, the winemaking team artfully combines the structural elegance, deep black-fruit core, and refined tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon with the lush, jammy, and vibrantly spiced personality of Zinfandel. The result is a beautifully balanced, full-bodied wine that captures the sun-drenched terroir of California, offering a rich tapestry of dark berry flavors, subtle black pepper, and warm oak notes.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants has pioneered a unique hospitality concept combining a Napa-style tasting room with contemporary dining. Headquartered in Downers Grove with its central winemaking facility in Woodridge, Illinois, the company operates on an innovative sourcing model, collaborating with top growers across California, Italy, Spain, and Australia to import premium grapes and juice. Under the guidance of their skilled winemaking team, Cooper's Hawk crafts a diverse, award-winning portfolio that ranges from expressive single-varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Barbera to prestigious, limited-release proprietary blends such as the Camille series and the XV Anniversary Blend.