At a glance

Producer

Casa Valduga

Region

Vale dos Vinhedos, Brazil

Grape variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Ripe black fruits, cassis, hints of vanilla and chocolate from oak aging

Evolution: Will develop secondary notes of leather, tobacco, and earth over 3-7 years

At peak: Full expression of balanced fruit and oak integration with silky tannins

Structure

Acidity

Medium acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Medium to high, firm and well-integrated

Alcohol

Approximately 13.5-14%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage due to concentration and structure

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2030

Optimal window

2020 to 2030

Current status

Approaching early optimal drinking window

Current condition

Youthful with structured tannins and evolving fruit complexity

This wine’s structure and complexity from a reputable Brazilian estate vintage 2015 support cellaring up to 10-15 years, peaking about 8-13 years post-vintage when tannins soften and tertiary aromas develop.

Food pairing

Pairs well with grilled red meats, hearty stews, aged cheeses, and dishes with rich sauces.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — To allow tannins to soften and aromas to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Casa Valduga employs responsible vineyard practices including integrated pest management, water conservation, and energy-efficient winery operations; uses recyclable packaging

While not certified organic or biodynamic, Casa Valduga’s adherence to sustainable vineyard management, water use reduction and energy efficiency practices rates mid-to-high sustainability for an established commercial producer in Brazil.