Livermore, California, United States
Founded in 1883, Wente Vineyards is the oldest continuously-operated, family-owned winery in the country; owned and managed by the fourth and fifth generations of the Wente family. Located just east of San Francisco in the historic Livermore Valley, Wente Vineyards is recognized as one of California's premier wine country destinations. The winery draws from nearly 3,000 acres of Estate vineyards in the Livermore Valley, San Francisco Bay and Arroyo Seco, Monterey appellations to create an outstanding portfolio of fine wines.
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The Nth Degree Cabernet Sauvignon
| SKU | 533406 |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Livermore Valley, CA |
| Type | Red |
| Varietal | Blend - Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot |
| Listing | Specialty |
| Case Config. | 6x750ml |
| Available In | AB MB BC |
Colour
Deep garnet with purple tones.
Aroma
Dark red fruit aromas with baking spice notes.
Flavour
Mouth-filling black cherry flavors and bold tannins characteristic of great California Cabernets. It delights with hints of cocoa, vanilla and toasted oak, and has a smooth, well-balanced finish.
Food Pairing
Grilled rib eye steak or prime rib au jus. Also a good choice for braised lamb shank.
More Info
The Nth Degree wines are handcrafted, limited production wines. Select parcels of fruit have been chosen by Fifth Generation Winemaker, Karl D. Wente to epitomize the heritage of these varietals in the Livermore Valley and Arroyo Seco appellations. The focus of this small lot program is to create wines that reflect the distinctive terroir of the Wente family's Estate Vineyards, as well as to highlight the craftsmanship involved in hands-on winemaking. Each wine must show style and finesse of stellar degree to be bottled with the Nth Degree label. Only the best of the best, regardless of vintage or variety, achieve this distinction. Family Owned. Estate Grown. Sustainably Farmed.
James Suckling, Aug/2021
2018 -
"Black fruit and clove on the nose. It's full-bodied with chewy tannins. Structured and serious with a core of black fruit and an ample, flavorful finish. Firm tannins. Classic style. Drink in 2023."
Decanter, Mar/2022
2018 -
"Very ripe fruit, with vanilla and coffee notes. Rich in the mouth, quite powerful in style."
Decanter, Mar/2022
2017 -
"Jammy fruit nose and palate supported by creamy vanilla. Rich thick wine with lots of smooth tannins."
Decanter, Sep/2020
2016 -
"Bold black-fruits nose, packed with appealing fruit. Rich, concentrated, spicy and lively."
Wine Enthusiast, Dec/2011
2011 -
2011 "American Winery of the Year"