Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 JAPAN Tempranillo Rioja Ribera del Duero

Tempranillo Rioja Ribera del Duero

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Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 JAPAN Tempranillo Rioja Ribera del DueroThe fruit was fermented in small tanks and either punched down or pumped over twice per day, depending on flavor; we dont strive for a high rate of extraction, instead choosing to preserve the freshness and high toned aromatics. Fermentation temperatures are cool, so the fermentations were long and slow, mostly lasting around two weeks. The wine was pressed at dryness, blended immediately after ML, and aged for 20 months in a combination of mostly