INTRINSIC
CABERNET SAUVIGNON • COLUMBIA VALLEY
"The rustic and sophisticated side of Washington: a Cabernet that challenges convention with a raw, mineral, and deeply fruity texture."
Minimal Intervention
Inspired by street art, this wine uses a unique winemaking method: long macerations and **concrete tanks**. This process seeks the purest, "intrinsic" essence of the varietal, achieving a fascinating balance between the rusticity of Washington's soil and an overflowing fruit elegance.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Intrinsic Wine Co.
- Origin: Columbia Valley, Washington.
- Varietal: 95% Cabernet, 5% Cab. Franc.
- Aging: Concrete and used French Oak.
- Alcohol: 14.5% ABV.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Light, bright purple, with an elegant and complex transparency that reflects its minimal intervention.
Nose: Fine leather and ripe red cherries. Subtle notes of dried herbs and an impeccable mineral background derived from concrete fermentation.
Palate: Rustic-delicate texture. Blueberry jam, vibrant pomegranate, and enveloping chocolate with a persistent and honest finish.
3. Wine Dimensions
TEXTURED BODY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
RUSTIC TANNINS [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
URBAN CHARACTER [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
LABEL DESIGN [ ARTIST ZIMER ]
4. Pairing and Service
Cuisine: Grilled lamb, herb-crusted ribeye, gourmet burgers, or local dishes like cecina tacos and red mole.
Protocol: Serve ideally between **16°C and 18°C**. Perfect for those seeking a Cabernet with a Street Art soul and a mineral texture.