BROC Cellers The Perfect Red (Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc), California

'Perfect Red’ is 75% cabernet sauvignon and 25% cabernet franc, deliberately done in a fresher style than other cab bottlings. Grapes are harvested at lower brix (sugar content) than in neighboring Napa Valley, with most of the cabernet sauvignon grapes destemmed and the remainder left whole cluster. Fermentations occur with indigenous yeast and pressing is done early to lessen the amount of tannins in the finished wine. It all adds up to a deftly balanced blend of dark berries, roasted red peppers, and crushed green herbs, finishing with gently supportive tannins. Versatile and accessible yet sophisticated, it’s a “perfect” dinner companion! Certified organic, low-intervention/natural wine.