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2020 Hunter

2020 Hunter

60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Malbec, 18% Merlot

ABV
14.2%
TA
5.8 g/L
pH
4.08
RS
0.8 g/L
Cases Made
2244
Drink
Now to 2032

Tasting Notes

"Initially herbaceous, the nose is of medium intensity but cherry, black plum, blackcurrant, vanilla, chocolate, leather and figs emerge. The palate is rich and complex with well-balanced tannins, a velvety texture, very good acidity and a lot of red fruit and a sweet peppery aftertaste on the finish." — 2024 World's Best Sommelier Selection

Winemaking

Variety: 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Malbec, 18% Merlot

All fermented separately in stainless tanks for 9 days. Aged in 28% new French oak barrels (the rest neutral French oak) on the lees for 22 months. 

Tech Specs: Alcohol: 14.2% | pH: 4.08 | TA 5.8 g/L
Serving Temperature: 59 ̊F | Decant
Drinking Window: Now to 2032

Food Pairing

Selected Pairing: Turkey Mole Negro with pasilla, guajillo, ancho chile peppers, and chocolate.

The Vineyard

Elevation: 3,300–3,400 ft. Soil: Amarillo fine sandy loam, some over clay base and calcareous sub-soil.