A gentle waft of honey and thyme emerges as the wine opens in the glass

and consistent critical recognition—including an 88/100 from Guía Peñín—place it competitively within its tier

Veramonte operates under the González Byass family of companies

This wine is approachable at a slight chill — around 60–64°F — which tames any residual warmth and lifts the fruit aromatics

Sketchbook Cabernet Sauvignon calvados A gentle waft of honeySketchbook Cabernet Sauvignon is a Mendocino County, California Cabernet Sauvignon bottled at 14. 5% ABV in a 750ml format. The 2021 vintage earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast and a Gold Medal at the Mendocino County Wine Competition, underscoring its quality within a competitive California Cabernet field. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 5% Origin: Mendocino County, California Style: Oak Aged Red Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon dominant) Producer: Jackson Family