2013
Cabernet Sauvignon
BACKBONE
California
Motto is a collection of distinct, dark, rich wines
from California that deliver a definitively bold wine
experience. Our winemaking Motto is simple... learn
the rules, so you can break them with style.
The Wine
Our Cabernet Sauvignon walks a fine line. it has both
backbone and elegance, with a soft and delicate nose
of ripe red fruit. Dark, concentrated flavors of red
plum, caramel and bright raspberry explode out of
the glass for a lasting finish.
How we made it
Grapes were sourced from vineyards across
Californias sun drenched valleys.
The wine aged for 10 months in a combination of
older and once-used barrels to add texture and
complexity as well as stainless steel tanks to retain
freshness and varietal character.
Just the facts
Lots were kept separate throughout fermentation
and aging with blending occurring just before
Where its from: California
Whats in it: 8 0% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit
Verdot and 10% Petite Sirah
Alcohol: 13.5%
Total Acidity: 0.59 g/100mL
pH: 3.53
bottling to allow the wine to evolve and reveal
its true character and complexities.
The resulting wine is dark and bold, yet fruitforward; a new take on dark reds from California.
What its good with
Traditional Pairings: Juicy steak, French dip sandwich, meat-lovers pizza,
BBQ chicken or dark chocolate cake.
Unexpected Pairings: Sausage, hot dogs or even with seafood dishes like
salmon BLTs.
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ITEM #153 2015 MOTTO WINES PATERSON, WA 99345