Fact Sheet Data Form Castoro Cellars LABEL Reserve (Choose Dropdown) VARIETAL/ NAME Cab Dorsa VINTAGE 2017 (Choose Dropdown)
OVERVIEW Cabernet Dorsa is a native grape of Germany and a rare find in America. This wine is grown on the hilltop of our Blind Faith Estate Vineyard in Paso Robles. Cabernet Dorsa is a cross of Cabernet Sauvignon and Dornfelder. This 60-80 words variety is very similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, but it is darker in color and usually has more tannin structure. The first red grape to arrive at the winery, this variety marks the start of harvest every year.
HARVEST NOTES 2017 was a picture perfect growing year with late heat. Early bud break and substantial soil moisture from the Niels U. above average and much-needed rain caused the grapes to grow rapidly and build beautiful canopies which ended 60-80 words up being crucial later. A sustained heat wave hit California, and the vines with adequate canopy survived well. It was a rush to the finish line before the rains arrived. Overall – fully mature grapes and excellent wine.
WINEMAKER NOTES Tom M. 60-80 words
TASTING NOTES Appearance Rich black red
Aroma Sweet vanilla, toasted pie crust, cherry pie
Palate Rasberry and cherry notes, some red plum with acid and tanning backbone
TECHNICAL NOTES ADDITIONAL NOTES Varietal Breakdown 100% Cab Dorsa SRP: $30 Accolades: Vineyard Sources Blind Faith
AVA Paso Robles
Cases Produced 370
Harvest Date 8/29/17
Bottling Date 9/13/19
Harvest Sugar 26.7
Oak French and American
Oak Age 22 Months
Alcohol 13.60
Titratable 0.64 g/100 mL
pH 3.83
Residual Sugar 0