Martis Wine Co Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 750ml

Terroir & Vineyard This Cabernet Sauvignon from Martis draws primarily from the historic Barrelli Creek Vineyard located in the Alexander Valley appellation of Sonoma County. The soils there are described as gravelly silt-loam over serpentine rock with high iron content, and the climate offers warm daytime ripening balanced with cooling evening fogs from the nearby Russian River. Winemaking For the 2022 vintage the blend is approximately 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Syrah, and 5% Zinfandel. The wine underwent ageing for roughly 16 months in 100% American oak, according to one retailer’s listing. The winery emphasizes selecting only the blocks that delivered exceptional dark fruit and complexity for this flagship bottling. Tasting Notes Appearance: Deep ruby-garnet color, youthful with promise. Aroma: Rich aromas of baked blackberry, dark morello cherry, layered with sage, nutmeg and warm spice. Palate: Medium to full-bodied. The fruit profile is plush—blackberry compote, dark cherry—with a savoury edge of sage and peppery herb. Fine tannins and well-structured acidity carry through to a lingering finish. Finish: Clean yet lasting, with dark fruit echoing, spice and a subtle mineral streak rounding things off. Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions Serving temperature: Around 16-18 °C (60-64 °F). A 20-30 minute decant can help soften the tannins and open the aromas. Pair with: Grilled rib-eye or New York strip steak with a pepper-herb butter. Roasted lamb with rosemary and garlic. Mature hard cheeses (think aged Manchego or Comté) and charcuterie featuring smoked meats. For a vegetarian option: Portobello mushroom steak or lentil ragù with herbs and black pepper. Drinking window: Drinking well now, but with its structure this wine should reward cellaring for the next 5-8 years (or more) under good conditions.