OUR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 has been featured in CALIFORNIA WINES AND WINERIES

Background

Roghani Vineyards entered the 7th Annual International Cabernet Franc Competition this year for the first time. Roghani Vineyards is in Caldwell, Idaho. In speaking with Denise Kulm, she mentioned that they make an exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon, if I would be interested in reviewing it. Agreeing to do so, I was more acknowledging their participation in the Cabernet Franc Competition as I had only tasted one other Idaho wine which was good but not something to shout about from the mountain tops. That has now all changed!!

The Wine – “Wine is bottled poetry” – Robert Louis Stevenson

One of the first items in understanding why this wine is so unbelievably great is to comprehend the soil conditions of Snake River Valley, Idaho. The Snake River Plain was formed from lava flows of Basalt and silica rich Rhyolite twice during a 17-million-year span! The fertile soil of the valley contributes in unique ways to the vineyards’ production.

First on the eyes, this wine is full bodied with cavernous deep dark red coloring in the glass.  Upon removing the cork, the aroma was nothing ordinary with richness and dark fruits wafting into the senses. Immediately, the wine received my attention with admiration. On the palate, blackberries, plum and black cherries frolicked happily in the mouth and only being checked by earthy mineral notes. A modicum of new leather and soft vanilla pipe tobacco was also noted. The tannins were notched, noticeable upon each sip, but shortly and quietly rested, being velvety and delicious. The finish was long and enjoyable, dry and with balanced acidity.

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