Recently introduced at The Citizen Wine Bar, the Raymond Vineyards’ Barrel to Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon from Central California, brings many advantages to those who choose to enjoy it. First the presentation – poured by the glass from an elegant oak barrel – is extremely unique. And because the wine is protected in the barrel from oxidation, it helps it to stay fresh. Second, the wine is extremely environmentally friendly because the barrel offers the lightest wine packaging available, uses no corks, capsules, labels or bottles and uses considerably less energy to produce and ship.
The best reason to enjoy this outstanding selection is that, as the “house cab” at the Citizen, this wine, while not incredibly complex, delivers exactly what you are looking for in entry level glass of wine. Full flavored and elegant, with notes of lush blackberry and rich dark cherry this wine is nicely balanced while not overpowering.
The Raymond Cab Sauv brings out the character of food it is paired with, especially sirloin, lamb or even a hearty pork roast of stew.