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Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 14,5% vol - DUKA Winery

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Description
Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 by DUKA Winery is a premium Albanian wine that showcases the rich potential of the vineyards around Lalez, Ishem, near Durres.
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    year
     2021
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    country
     Albania
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    format
     750ml
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    grape variety
     100% Cabernet Sauvignon
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    alcohol
     14.5%
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    allergens
     Sulfites
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    type
     Red wine
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    Production hectare
     50 quintals
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    number bottles
     4500
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    temperature
     18°C
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    location
     Lalez, Ishem, Durazzo
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Description

Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 by DUKA Winery is a premium Albanian wine that showcases the rich potential of the vineyards around LalezIshem, near Durres. The wine is crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, which thrive in the unique microclimate influenced by the nearby sea and cooling southern winds. This creates an ideal environment for producing high-quality, full-bodied wines.

Aromas and Flavor Profile

This Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a deep, intense ruby color and an elegant, aromatic bouquet. The wine reveals dominant notes of plums, mint, and delicate hints of violets. On the palate, it is dry, fresh, and tannic, with a full bodyand a long, persistent aftertaste. These rich flavors and the structured tannins make it a great wine for aging, while also being perfect for immediate enjoyment with the right dishes.

Metodo di Produzione

Produced with great care in DUKA Winery's organic vineyards, this wine represents the best of Albanian winemaking. The 5.5-hectare vineyard operates like an amphitheater, ensuring optimal sun exposure and natural wind circulation. With a production of only 4,500 bottles, this wine stands as an exclusive offering that represents both tradition and modern winemaking techniques.

Pairing Suggestions and Serving Temperature

Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 pairs beautifully with grilled beef, wild game, and aged cheeses, enhancing the rich flavors of the wine and complementing its robust structure. To fully appreciate its complexity, serve it at 18°C.

About the producer
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Duka
Our dedication and care in producing Duka wine begins with the land and the vine with its location in the region of Durres and the sub-region of Ishëm. 5.5 hectares of vineyard have spread out since 2004 in the shape of an amphitheater, in terms of the microclimate created by the forests and the cool winds that embrace it from the south. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo cultivars are grown organically in our vineyard. That produce monovarietal wines, as well as the Duka Reserve wine that a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Tempranillo . Added to the range of products is Grandfather's Grappa, a traditional distillate from Albania, produced in memory of Enver Duka, who wrote the first sentences in the history of the winery el Duka vineyard. To be further a story that combines tradition and contemporary technology.
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