Vina Cobos Bramare Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 750ml

Product Info

Terroir
The 2019 Bramare Cabernet Sauvignon is rooted in Mendoza’s prime high-altitude vineyards, where elevations between 3,000–3,600 feet provide an ideal equilibrium of sunlight intensity, diurnal temperature swings, and mineral-textured alluvial soils. These parcels—spread across Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley—sit on ancient riverbeds composed of gravel, sand, and fractured stones over clay, restricting vigor and allowing for deeply concentrated berries with thick skins. The brightness of the region’s sunlight enables full phenolic ripeness, while the cool Andean nights help maintain acidity, tension, and purity of fruit. This terroir expresses itself as Cabernet that is both powerfully structured and unusually lifted, with a signature combination of dark fruit, graphite, and mountain freshness.

Winemaking & Technical Notes
Paul Hobbs and the Vina Cobos team work with small vineyard lots, fermenting parcels separately to highlight micro-site differences. The 2019 vintage benefited from a steady, moderate growing season—no major heat spikes, controlled yields, and slow ripening that enhanced tannin maturity. After hand-sorting and gentle destemming, the wine undergoes a cool soak followed by fermentation in stainless steel with daily pump-overs to maximize aromatics and color while preserving elegance. It is then aged for roughly 18 months in a high proportion of French oak (a mix of new and second-use barrels), lending cedar, cocoa, and baking-spice accents without overwhelming the fruit. The final blend is assembled after multiple rounds of selection, emphasizing palate richness, structural gravitas, and textural polish.

Tasting Notes
The 2019 Bramare opens with a deep, concentrated bouquet of blackcurrant, crushed blackberry, cassis liqueur, and ripe plum layered with graphite, tobacco leaf, cedar shavings, and warm spice. On the palate, it is bold and richly fruited, yet shaped by refined mountain-grown tannins that provide framing rather than weight. Flavors of dark cherry, blueberry compote, and currant paste unfold alongside mocha, licorice, pencil lead, and a faint herbal lift reminiscent of sage and eucalyptus. The mid-palate shows impressive density but never feels heavy; acidity is bright and integrated, stretching the wine’s length into a long, resonant finish marked by black fruit, cocoa nib, and rocky mineral edges. A Cabernet that balances opulence with precision, and power with restraint.

Food Pairing & Service
This wine’s structure and depth make it ideal for richly flavored dishes: grilled ribeye with smoked salt, slow-braised short ribs, rosemary-rubbed lamb chops, or charred mushroom ragù over polenta. The oak spices pair beautifully with dishes incorporating roasted garlic, black pepper, or cocoa-inflected sauces. Hard cheeses—aged Gouda, Manchego, or Comté—also highlight its savory complexity. Serve at 60–64°F (16–18°C) after a one-hour decant to open the aromatics and soften the tannins. With proper cellaring, the 2019 Bramare will continue to evolve gracefully for the next 10–15 years.