Lago Cellars Wines

Locally grown and sourced right here the Grand River Valley. This is one of the finest examples of a cold climate grown Cabernet Sauvignon our area has to offer.

Cabernet sauvignon, is a full-bodied red wine originating from France. Its flavor profile is dry with medium-high tannins and acidity, with an average ABV (alcohol by volume) of 13.5 to 15%. Its high tannin content acts as a palette cleanser when paired with rich, fatty proteins, and its full body complements flavorful dishes and sauces. Cabernet sauvignon grapes appeared in Bordeaux in the mid-1600s as a natural cross between cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc. They blend most of the cabernet sauvignon grapes grown in Bordeaux with other wine grapes (popularly merlot) into the world-renowned Bordeaux blend.

Today, cabernet sauvignon is the most planted wine grape worldwide. While it flourishes everywhere from the Americas to Asia, the top three producers of cabernet sauvignon are France, Chile, and the USA. There are regional differences between cabernet sauvignon grapes grown in warmer and cooler climates. Warm climates produce cabernet sauvignon with strong black fruit, black pepper, and cocoa powder flavors. These grapes typically yield higher ABV wines with ripe-tasting tannin qualities. Cabernet sauvignon grapes grown in cooler climates exhibit red fruit, mint, and green peppercorn flavors. The wines they produce typically have a lighter body compared to their warm-climate counterparts.

• Profile:  Dry, Full-Bodied, Medium-High Tannins, Medium Acidity, Medium-High ABV
• Dominant Flavors:  Black Cherry, Black Current, Baking Spices, Graphite, Cedar
• Origin:  France
• How to Serve:  Serve cabernet sauvignon between 60 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit in an oversized wine glass after decanting for 1 hour.
• Pairing Suggestion:  Short Rib, Steaks, Pork