14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon
United States
The 14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich, austere red that features aromas of dark cherry, leather, coffee and subtle hints of spice. On the palate it is bold and dark with notes of tobacco complemented by a touch of spicy oak and emphasized by refined tannins.
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Syrah
13.5%
United States
14 Hands
Lamb
Beef
Cheese
Production
Grapes were sourced from vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley, including the Horse Heaven Hills. The fruit was de-stemmed and gently crushed to either upright stainless steel tanks or rotary fermenters. Crushed grapes were typically “cold-soaked” for 24-48 hours then warmed and inoculated with a number of yeasts, including Mauriferm Plus, Prise de Mousse, Premier Cuvee and ICV-D21 to initiate 7-10 day fermentations. Merlot and other varieties were blended in to build structure and complexity. The wine was aged for several months in a combination of American and French oak barrels to soften and round the blend.
Tasting notes
The 14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon is an austere and bold red, with notes of leather and tobacco, coffee and subtle hints of spice. These flavors are complemented by a touch of spicy oak and emphasized by refined tannins.
