Kalle Bergman is a food writer and media entrepreneur who…
The Ettore Cabernet Sauvignon Signature 2019 is a wonderful expression of a classic California cabernet, and it is simply a “very good glass of wine”. And that’s exactly why it is a wine you should be drinking right now.
About the Winemaker:
Born in 1978 in Italy’s Lombardy region, Ettore Biraghi’s journey in winemaking began in Switzerland in 2005. By 2008, he co-founded Tenuta Agricola Luigina in Stabio, gaining recognition for their unique Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Viognier wines. Each vintage reflected Ettore’s commitment to nature and organic processes.
A 2015 visit to Mendocino’s Sanel Valley in California marked a turning point. Captivated by Hopland’s warm microclimate, where grapes naturally thrived, Ettore envisioned crafting pure, terroir-driven wines. His skill was internationally acknowledged in 2017 when he was titled “Rookie of the Year” by Gault & Millau.
By 2019, Ettore was crafting wines in California’s Sanel Valley, blending the old-world expertise with new-world dynamism. His range of organic Chardonnay and Merlot wines from Mendocino won hearts and accolades. By 2020, Ettore’s wines graced American shores, firmly establishing him as a passionate and innovative vigneron in Northern California.
The Wine You Should Be Drinking:
Ettore Cabernet Sauvignon Signature 2019
$52
Why?
While many of the Ettore wines are slightly off the beaten track, their Signature Cab is more familiar territory. And that’s not a bad thing at all – this is a glorious representation of Cali cabs, and I can’t get enough of it. Lucious, elegant, deep and just wonderful – sometimes you just want a really solid glass of wine and this is it. I could drink this every day, and be happy as can be.
Hmm, maybe I should.
Kalle Bergman is a food writer and media entrepreneur who is the founder of Honest Cooking and PAIR Magazine. As a food writer, his writing has been regularly featured in publications like Gourmet, Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post and Serious Eats. He is obsessed with simple food, more often than not from his native Scandinavia.