Sarah’s Vineyard 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Clara Valley)

Country: US /
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon California
Winery: Sarah’s Vineyard / Santa Clara Valley

An herbal-leaning bottling, this shows oregano, pasilla chile and a shred of bell pepper on the nose, giving nuance to the blueberry-fruit base. It’s fresh and easy-drinking on the peppery palate, with strawberry cut by more chile elements. It’s great for those who enjoy pyrazine influence, but stay away if not.