Fog Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Fog Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: California, USA

Vintage: 2023

Bottle size: 75cl

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Grenache

ABV: 13.5%

This Cabernet Sauvignon opens with enticing aromas of blackberry, bramble, violet and a hint of spice. On the palate it is medium-bodied and plush, showing rich flavours of blackcurrant, plum and redcurrant, framed by soft, well-integrated tannins and a smooth, polished texture. Gentle oak influence adds a touch of vanilla and gentle pepper spice, leading to a lingering, balanced finish.

The grapes for Fog Mountain’s Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced exclusively from sustainably-farmed vineyards throughout California, including fruit from Lodi and Paso Robles. A small proportion of Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah is also incorporated into the blend. The mountain slopes offer unique soils and a climate that is ideally suited for responsible sustainable agriculture. The fog cools the vineyards, preserving fresh acidity in the grapes and lengthening the ripening period for the development of complex aromatics.

The grapes underwent a cold soak prior to fermentation. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks, followed by roughly two weeks of maceration on the skins to extract tannins and lend structure to the wine. Ageing took place predominantly in stainless steel tanks to preserve the fresh primary fruit aromas, with the remainder of the wine aged in neutral French oak barrels, to round out the tannins.

Fog Mountain pays homage to the mountain ranges and their cooling fogs, which have a considerable influence on Californian viticulture. These mountains offer unique climatic conditions and varied soils on which to plant vines. At the same time, the fogs create the ideal microclimate, prolonging the growing season and allowing the grapes to ripen fully. All the fruit for these wines is sourced exclusively from sustainably farmed vineyards throughout California, predominantly on the North Coast.