Gifting to a Bordeaux enthusiast curious about the region's white wines

though its density also rewards pairing with hearty dishes

For drinkers looking for a Chardonnay that splits the difference between lean

with the red winter wheat lending a distinctive soft sweetness that balances the barrel-proof intensity

A faint tobacco note and residual sweetness keep the finish interesting without turning bitter or tannic

Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 flavored-rum Gifting to a Bordeaux enthusiastCakebread Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a Napa Valley red wine blending 88% Cabernet Sauvignon with five complementary varietals at 14. 8% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Scoring 92 points on CellarTracker, this vintage stands out for its night harvested fruit and a distinctive two day cold soak that deepens extraction before fermentation even begins. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 8% Origin: Napa Valley, California Vintage: 2022 Producer: Cakebread Cellars Production &