Winemaker Notes
Dense and dramatic, Kunde Estate 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon offers layer upon layer of rich black cherry fruit and velvety chocolate. The well-focused fruit is supported by nicely structured tannins with a rich, velvety mouthfeel.
"For this wine, go back to basics: grill a juicy ribeye and some skewers of red bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. They're the perfect match for a beautiful evening of al fresco dining. Pour a glass while you're grilling and another with dinner."
-Tim Bell, Winemaker
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.