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Date of Meeting – July 7, 2015Name of Red Wine selected – Graceland Cabernet Sauvignon
Region wine is produced – South Africa, Stellenbosch region
Types of grapes in wine – Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot grapes
Characteristics of wine
Look – deep cherry red color, burgundy, full bodied,
Smell – Blackberry, ripe plum, tobacco, vanilla
Taste – Ripe black fruits, soft velvety texture, savory spices
Finish – Lingering after-taste, complex flavors, long finish
Food Pairing – Beef roast, beef steak, venison stew, lamb chops, with balsamic reduction, lentil soup, hearty bean dishes, sharp cheeses, almonds, walnuts, dark chocolate, dark fruit cake.
Red Wine Master: Erica Johanson
Foodie: None
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