French oak beautifully transforms intense hillside fruit into a wine with uncommon richness and smooth, luxurious texture. On the nose, scents of anise spice, black fruits and cassis. On the palate, flavors of vanilla and ripe black currants create the Juggernaut Hillside Cabernet is a wine that is fierce, brave, and delicious.
Hillside vineyards have less access to water, with the rockier soil also holding fewer nutrients. These conditions stress the vines, resulting in the production of a fraction of the fruit of most vineyards. The harsh environment causes the vines to struggle, yielding fewer clusters and smaller berry size. Since most of the flavor resides in the grape skins, the result is berries that are loaded with rich, ripe, intensely concentrated flavors and complexity.
Aged for 11 months in new french oak barrels to transforms intense hillside fruit into a wine with uncommon richness and smooth, luxurious texture.
Pairs well with beef, venison, lamb, deer, and poultry dishes.