{"product_id":"2022-patriot-cabernet","title":"2022 Patriot Cabernet","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 2022 growing season in Livermore Valley delivered a vintage defined by bold character and structure. A dry winter was followed by a warm, consistent spring and early summer, promoting balanced vine growth and a steady fruit set. As the season progressed, the valley experienced several extended heat events, which drove concentration in the fruit, while cool evenings helped preserve acidity. Harvest began earlier than in recent years on September 10th, with Cabernet Sauvignon showing remarkable depth, ripeness, and tannin structure. This vintage embodies the power and richness that define great Livermore Valley Cabernet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eThe 2022 Patriot Cabernet Sauvignon is a commanding wine with presence and purpose. In the glass, it reveals a dark garnet core with a radiant edge. Aromas of black cherry, violets, rose petal, and vanilla immediately engage the senses, followed by deeper notes of chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg, eucalyptus, black tea, and tarragon. Hints of orange peel and forest floor add a complex, earthy dimension to the aromatic profile. On the palate, it delivers layers of sweet black fruit—black cherry, blackberry, and black currant—wrapped in bold, mouth-filling tannins. Good acidity brings lift and freshness, while the finish is long, dense, and driven by powerful dark fruit and structure. This is a Cabernet built to stand tall and age gracefully. Perfectly suited for pairing with hearty dishes, enjoy this wine with a Cowboy steak, grilled ribeye steak, or caramelized onion, bacon jam, burger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWine for a Cause\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-b271fa61-7fff-2491-bbaa-599345502fb3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eThe Patriot wine is a tribute to the officers who protect us both locally and globally.  We want to honor the men and women who put their lives on the line for us day in and day out.  Each year we donate a portion of the funds raised through Patriot Cab sales to a different branch of the Fallen Heroes Funds, benefitting the families of police, fire, and military who have lost their lives in the line of duty. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-dcf6aa67-7fff-54a0-9139-26989b61706e\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-b271fa61-7fff-2491-bbaa-599345502fb3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-36f11067-7fff-ff6d-674f-53ec5aad1b97\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e2021 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eCristaldi | 94pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWine Enthusiast | 92pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eThe Fort Worth Stock Show | Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e2020 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eSunset International \u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify; color: #666666; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e Gold - 90pts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eSommeliers Challenge International Wine Competition | Gold - 91pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eTexas International Wine Competition | Gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003ePacific Rim | Gold - 91 pts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e2019 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWine Enthusiast | 94 Points - Editors Choice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eHarvest Challenge | Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eBeverage Tasting Institute | 90pts - Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953406316615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2022-Patriot-Cabernet.png?v=1791224842","url":"https:\/\/mcgrailvineyards-2.myshopify.com\/products\/2022-patriot-cabernet","provider":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}