2011 Bell Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 750ml 2-Pack
The gentle entry of this 100% Cabernet sauvignon features fragrant notes of sarsaparilla, licorice and red fruits. Sweet oak on the nose, and very supple tannins underpin a delicious mid-palate of Maraschino cherry, eucalyptus, herb and dark, savory spice. Round and smooth, this wine is eminently drinkable, appealing to an audience that loves a classic, polished, seamless wine with a persistent finish.
Vintage Notes: The 2011 vintage began chilly and damp, with seasonal rains throughout bloom and continuing well into June. Summer brought average temperatures in the 80s for July and August, sustaining the cool weather pattern begun in the Spring. The only real heat of the season occurred in September, with a week of days in the 90s, lifting the ripeness levels just before harvest, which occurred in late September and early October.
Situated off the beaten path, just south of Yountville, is an exquisite pale stone winery, shrouded by oak, bordered to the south by Hopper Slough, surrounded by vineyard and cloaked in quiet. After looking for twenty years, winemaker Anthony Bell found the perfect place to produce the wines he had long dreamed of - limited production, hand crafted wines that showcase the concept of "terroir". In 1998, Bell Wine Cellars opened its doors to the public to share the beauty of the place, and the wine.
In June 2002 - Ron Berberian, former California wine wholesaler, and Alex Spanos, owner of the San Diego Chargers, formed Spanos Berberian Winery, LLC. The venture acquired interest in the brand name and assets of Bell Wine Cellars, and a new partnership was formed with Anthony.
Nestled between the stacks of aromatic barrels and towering stainless steel tanks, guests can taste the signature Bell Cabernet, at the intimate, elegant tasting room. We also serve Chardonnay, Merlot and Syrah, encompassing a wide range of flavors, from vineyards both near and far afield.
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