Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is a bold and powerful offering from Michael David Winery's Earthquake series. This full-bodied red wine is made with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, and other varietals sourced from California's Central Valley and Lodi regions. The intense flavor profile is dominated by dark fruit flavors of currant, blackberry, and cherry, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla on the finish.
This wine is best enjoyed when allowed to breathe in the glass for some time before consuming. The tannins are well balanced with moderate acidity for a smooth finish. With its 15% ABV, this wine pairs well with red meats such as steak or lamb chops as well as sharp cheeses like blue cheese or gouda. Its bold flavor also makes it a great choice for sipping on its own or enjoying alongside any hearty meal.
The Earthquake series pays homage to the original vineyard from which this wine originates: an old Lodi vineyard planted around the same time as San Francisco's great earthquake of 1906. Each vintage of this special release offers a unique expression of the region's terroir that can only be found in Michael David Winery's Earthquake wines. So if you're looking for somehing full-bodied and flavorful to enjoy with your next meal or just to sip on its own, look no further than Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon 2017!
The Characteristics of Earthquake Wine
Earthquake is a red wine blend made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah grapes sourced from the California Central Valley and Lodi regions. This full-bodied wine has aromas of blackberry, plum, currant, and spice with flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and tobacco. Earthquake has a high alcohol content of 15% ABV. It pairs well with hearty dishes such as steak or lamb, as well as charcuterie boards.
The Producer of Earthquake Wine
Michael David Winery is the producer of Earthquake wine. The winery, located in Lodi, California, produces a variety of reds and whites that are widely distributed throughout the United States. Earthquake Zin is their signature product, made from grapes grown in a vineyard established around the time of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. This full-bodied red has intense flavors of blackberry and dark chocolate with a big finish. Other varietals produced by Michael David Winery include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
Origin of Earthquake Wine
Earthquake wine is from the Lodi Appellation in California. It is produced by the Turley Wine Cellars winery, and is best known for their Earthquake Zinfandel. The grapes used to make this bold and intense red wine come from a vineyard planted in 1906, which was around the same time as San Francisco's great earthquake of that year. The vineyard was an old-vine vineyard, meaning that the vines were over 50 years old at the time of harvesting. This gives Earthquake Zinfandel its powerful concentration and big, daring flavors.
Conclusion
The Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is a bold and flavorful red wine from Michael David Winery. This distinctive wine is crafted from Lodi-grown Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah grapes, and it has an impressive 15% alcohol content, making it an excellent choice for hearty meals. The intense flavor of this wine is a tribute to the original vineyard planted in 1906, around the time of San Francisco's great earthquake. With its big and daring flavors, Earthquake Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is sure to please even the most discerning palates.
