Laurent Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva

Chilean wine estate by organic/biodynamic Bordeaux winemaker Gerard Laurent of Chateau L'Escart. 92% Cabernet Sauvignon/ 8% Carmenere from the Maipo Valley. Grapes are grown organically on riverbed soils of alluvial clay loam.

Dry red wine with mixed black and red fruit over notes of bell pepper. The wine has soft medium minus tannins and acidity. The fruit has medium plus intensity. The wine is from an organic vineyard. The wine drinks well now and will age for 2-3 years.

Go Green. Sauvignon Blanc with its herbaceous notes pairs well with similar green herbs. If it has parsley, rosemary, basil, cilantro or mint, chances are Sauvignon Blanc will make a great pairing.

Meat Pairings - White meats including Chicken, Pork Chop and Turkey. Fish including Tilapia, Sea Bass, Perch, Sole, Haddock, Trout, Cod, Redfish, Halibut, Snapper, Mussels, Crab, Lobster, and Clams.
Spices and Herbs - Green herbs including Parsley, Basil, Mint, Tarragon, Thyme, Fennel, Dill, Chives, and Rosemary. Spices including White Pepper, Coriander, Fennel, Turmeric, and Saffron.
Cheese Pairings - Look for softer more briny and sour cheeses like Goat’s milk cheese, Yogurt, and Crème fraîche.
Vegetables & Vegetarian Fare - Sauté green veggies or mix vegetables in more fatty vegetarian dishes so that the acidity of the wine shines through. Here are some example dishes for inspiration: Asparagus quiche, cucumber dill yogurt salad, green hummus, white bean casserole with zucchini and white lasagna.