Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2029
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, aged cheddar cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from Scheid Vineyards' estate properties in the southern reaches of Monterey County, most notably the Hames Valley and San Lucas AVAs, this Cabernet Sauvignon reflects a unique microclimate. Here, the intense daytime heat required to fully ripen Cabernet is dramatically cooled by late afternoon winds sweeping down the Salinas Valley. This extreme diurnal temperature swing allows the grapes to develop deep, concentrated dark fruit flavors and robust tannic structure while preserving a vibrant, balancing acidity. Crafted with a focus on sustainable estate farming, the wine undergoes traditional fermentation and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a classic California Cabernet that balances power with elegance, showcasing notes of blackberry, cassis, and subtle oak spice.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon