{"product_id":"robert-mondavi-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2021","title":"Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRobert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux-style blend\u003c\/strong\u003e that combines the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the soft accents of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It displays an intense ruby colour, while the nose reveals deep aromas of \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, leather, cocoa and spices. On the palate, it offers a full body with a velvety sensation thanks to \u003cstrong\u003eripe, fleshy tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a long, persistent finish characterised by subtle toasted nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red wine originates from the prestigious lands of \u003cstrong\u003eNapa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e in California, an internationally renowned winegrowing region. Produced by Robert Mondavi, it faithfully reflects the identity of its terroir. The grapes are carefully selected, including fruit from the famous and \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric To Kalon vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for its suitability for great red wines. This expression of the land results in a solid structural framework and a \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable ageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the wine to evolve with great elegance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with meticulous hand harvesting of the bunches. After destemming, the grapes undergo a \u003cstrong\u003ecold maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage aromatic extraction. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and wooden vats, with about twenty-four days spent on the skins. After completing \u003cstrong\u003emalolactic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in wood, the wine matures for seventeen months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a process that harmoniously integrates the fruity notes and spicy components.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by the Robert Mondavi Winery, founded in 1966 in Napa Valley, this superb \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e encapsulates the true Californian essence. The fine grapes are partly sourced from the historic To Kalon vineyard, an icon of excellence certified organic in 2022. Praised by critics with an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine matures in French oak, developing remarkable \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e until 2033. Thanks to the exclusive personalised engraving option, it becomes a memorable gift, perfect for enhancing any enthusiast's cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Robert Mondavi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46326945939627,"sku":"60783","price":61.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/robert-mondavi-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2021_60783_1_9df815e0-701b-4391-bc13-3b5ef7fe21ca.webp?v=1774455341","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/robert-mondavi-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}