Prince Michel vineyards, a Virginia winery located 35 miles north of Charlottesville in the heart of the Commonwealth's wine-growing region, harvests and bottles a superb Cabernet Sauvignon, as Steve and I discovered this evening.
Rich, bold and fruity with hints of chocolate, coffee, cedar (surprisingly) and vanilla, this excellent red is precisely what a Cabernet Sauvignon should be. Aged for more than 12 months in French oak, this wine pairs perfectly with red meats and pasta dishes. We served it with roasted tomatoes and mushroom spaghetti and a simple tossed salad of arugula and garden veggies.Prince Michel's Cabernet Sauvignon is a true delight, and an outstanding bargain at $14.99. The wine can be found in select supermarkets throughout Virginia and Maryland, and is also available for purchase on the winery's website.
This particular vintage happens to be an award winner, snagging both the Taster's Guild Gold and Silver medals for consumer judging and best international wine. The grapes are harvested in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains between Charlottesville and Culpeper. Corks out!
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