Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles AVA
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Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon – Paso Robles AVA
The Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon by Jerry Lohr Winery from California's Paso Robles AVA is a powerful, expressive red wine rooted in exceptional terroir. Crafted from carefully selected hillside vineyards, fermented in stainless steel tanks, aged for 19 to 20 months in French oak barriques, and bottled unfiltered – this Cabernet Sauvignon delivers depth, elegance, and the quintessential character of California's Central Coast.
Producer: Jerry Lohr Winery
Jerry Lohr Winery is one of California's most celebrated estates. Founded in 1974 in San Jose by Jerry Lohr – honorary doctorate from UC Davis – the winery embodies the philosophy that the right grape variety must be cultivated on the right soil. Today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines farms over 3,700 hectares of vineyards in Paso Robles and Monterey County. Decades of experience in viticulture and cellar management have made Jerry Lohr synonymous with exceptional California wine. In November 2016, Jerry was honored by the Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards as "American Wine Legend." Paso Robles, with its significant diurnal temperature shifts, calcareous soils, and abundant sunshine, offers ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon – producing wines of structure, power, and remarkable aging potential.
Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 in Detail
Aromas & Character
Color: Deep Red
Aroma: Intense bouquet of blueberries and black cherries.
Character: On the palate, a burst of flavors supported by a soft tannic structure. Velvety, powerful, and impressively harmonious. One of the finest Cabernet Sauvignons in existence.
Food Pairing & Occasions
Pairs well with: Lamb with rosemary, beef bourguignon, filet steak, and more.
Ideal for: Festive dinners, wine enthusiast gatherings, gifts, and special occasions deserving an expressive red wine.
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FAQ
What defines the Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon stylistically?
The Hilltop is a full-bodied, powerful Cabernet Sauvignon with a silky tannic structure. It combines the fruit richness of blueberries and black cherries with the depth imparted by 19–20 months of barrel aging.
How is the Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon vinified?
The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks, then aged for 19 to 20 months in French oak barriques and bottled unfiltered. This process preserves the wine's natural depth and complexity.
What role does the grape variety play in this wine?
100% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from selected hillside vineyards in Paso Robles AVA. The variety benefits from the region's significant diurnal temperature variation, encouraging slow ripening and a diverse aromatic profile.
At what temperature should this wine be served?
The Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon is best served at 18–19°C, which allows its aromas and tannins to fully express themselves.
When will the Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 reach its peak?
The wine is enjoyable now and will continue to develop until approximately 12 years after harvest, gaining greater complexity and depth over time.
What does the Hilltop pair best with?
It excels alongside lamb with rosemary, beef bourguignon, beef tenderloin, and aged hard cheeses. Also a pleasure on its own as a contemplative wine.
What makes the Paso Robles AVA special?
The Paso Robles AVA in central California is renowned for its significant day-to-night temperature swings and calcareous soils, which encourage even, gradual vine ripening and impart minerality and structure to the wines.
What role does oak barrel aging play in this wine?
The 19–20 months in French oak barrique integrates subtle wood notes (vanilla, cedarwood, toast) and naturally rounds the tannins of this Cabernet Sauvignon.
Discover the Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon now
A Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles that impresses through quality, heritage, and artisanal craftsmanship. Order the Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon from Jerry Lohr Winery conveniently online – with delivery to Switzerland right to your door.
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