Trinite Acaibo California 2015 75cl

The Trinité Estate Acaibo 2015 is a red wine from Sonoma County, California, composed mainly of Cabernet Sauvignon, with an elegant tannic structure, an aromatic palette rich in red fruits and herbal notes, perfectly balanced and produced through organic viticulture.

Origin and Vineyard
Region: Sonoma County, California, United States
Estate: Trinité Estate, owned by Gonzague and Claire Lurton, renowned Bordeaux winemakers.
Viticulture: 100% estate-grown grapes in 2015, cultivated using organic practices.

Grape Blend
74% Cabernet Sauvignon
20% Merlot
6% Cabernet Franc

Vinification and Aging
New oak aging: 80% new barrels providing an elegant woody structure.
Vinification in the new winery built on site in 2014.
Long lees aging bringing complexity and finesse.

Visual and Olfactory Characteristics
Color: Medium to deep ruby red.
Nose: Complex aromas blending cedar, graphite, bitter chocolate, dried herbs, woody spices, and a hint of menthol or eucalyptus. A smoky side and light animal notes (Brettanomyces) are also noticeable.
Palate: Full-bodied and balanced wine, with firm but silky tannins, a tart freshness, fine minerality, and a good-length finish. Flavors of blueberry, raspberry, grilled wood, and fresh herbs, with a beautiful classic structure.

Tasting Notes and Reviews
Average critic score: around 88/100 with nuances of complexity and a recommendation to age to soften the green and tannic notes.
Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux) recommends drinking it between 2022 and 2036.
Ideally decanted and with a little patience to allow its tannins to soften.

Food and Wine Pairing
Perfect with dishes featuring grilled red meat, game, duck breast with a red fruit sauce, or even a fillet of sea bass with a blueberry and ginger emulsion.

Other Information
Alcohol: 14%
Indicative price: around 70 to 75 USD per bottle.
Style: Classic Californian Bordeaux red wine, combining power and freshness, from an estate recently established in California but with a strong influence of Bordeaux expertise.

This wine is a refined expression of Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting both the Californian terroir and Bordeaux rigor in blending and vinification, perfect for enthusiasts seeking a structured and complex red wine.