Winemaker Notes
Classic Sonoma balance of approachability and intensity.
It doesn’t get more classic than a good Cab/steak moment, but you try the GUNBUN cab with crispy ground beef tacos or a hearty pasta dish slathered in sauce.
All natural, sustainably farmed, gluten free, vegan friendly, no sugar added, sixth generation family made.
Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Zinfandel
Professional Ratings
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Tasting Panel
It may seem a bit unlikely that an unpretentious wine with contemporary styling could hail from a generations-old family winery like Gundlach Bundschu, but this expression is an example of exactly that. Bold flavors of cassis and blackberry are brightened by fresh acidity, while spice notes and a whiff of woodsmoke lend complexity.
While Sonoma County is acclaimed—and rightfully so—for its Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, and Zinfandels, it also produces exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the region’s 18 American Viticultural Areas, only a handful produce top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon. These appellations include Alexander Valley, Knights Valley, Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley. Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignons made in these appellations can offer a complex array of aromas and flavors. Fruit notes such as blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis, black cherry and raspberry often are accompanied by hints of graphite, dusty earth, cigar box, toast and vanilla. The varietal has a rich history in Sonoma, and some of these Cabernet Sauvignons and Cabernet-based blends rival the best from Napa Valley.