WANCHA (GRAPE WINE) CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Produced from certified organic grapes from North Ponderosa Vineyards in the Sierra Foothills, this smooth 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon explodes with deep fruit flavors. The silky smooth mouth feel ends with a dry, subtle, medium tannin finish.

Aroma: Plum and Blackberry

Taste: Silky smooth and macerated raisins

Finish: Dry, subtle, medium tannin finish

Wancha ዋንጫ means ‘horn cup’ and ‘winner’s trophy’ in the Amharic language. Wanchas are still in use in modern Ethiopia for serving non-t’ej drinks (a berelé is used for t’ej honey wine).

The background of the label is a close-up photo of a horn. Horn cups are the oldest drinking vessel – much like honey wine is the 1st fermented beverage – and popularized by the Vikings.

While Ethiopia is known for honey wine, there is also a rich artisanal, non-domesticated, grape wine tradition dating back centuries as a refreshment, and beginning in the 4th Century, for use in Holy Communion.

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