Treana Red - Hope Family Wines

In the glass, the Treana Red - Hope Family Wines shines in a deep ruby-red hue with violet highlights that impressively frame the dense core. The nose reveals an intense, multilayered bouquet of black cherry, blackcurrant and ripe blackberries. Nuances of cinnamon, cloves and black pepper join in, underpinned by a fine slate minerality that lends the aromatic profile an elegant, cool tension.

On the palate, the Treana Red - Hope Family Wines is concentrated and powerful, with a velvety texture and dense structure. Juicy black cherry, dark berry fruit and a hint of cassis meet warm spice notes, dark chocolate and a touch of toasted oak. The acidity is precise and lively, carrying the opulent fruit and lending the wine impressive energy. Fine-grained, ripe tannins nestle softly against the palate and lead into a very long, intensely aromatic finish with a mineral aftertaste.

This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah comes from Paso Robles in California and represents the region’s distinctive, powerful New World style. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes structure, backbone and cassis notes, while Syrah provides dark fruit, spice and abundant richness. The interplay of both grape varieties creates a harmonious balance of intensity, elegance and drinkability.

• Wine type: Red wine, varietal blend
• Origin: Paso Robles, California, USA
• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
• Alcohol content: 15% ABV
• Texture: dense, velvety
• Finish: very long, richly aromatic
• Closure: Cork
• Bottle size: 0.75 litres

1. Intense dark fruit with a spicy profile
2. Concentrated structure with elegant acidity
3. Long, expressive finish
4. Ideal for richly flavoured meat dishes and special evenings

Production of Treana Red – Hope Family Wines

The grapes for Treana Red come from selected parcels around Paso Robles in California. This area benefits from warm days and cool nights, which give the berries even ripeness and vibrant aromas. The soils range from calcareous clay to stony slate, lending the wine depth, structure and a distinctive minerality.

Harvesting takes place parcel by parcel so that each site reaches its optimum stage of ripeness. The grapes are carefully selected before entering the winery, ensuring that only fully ripe, aromatically concentrated fruit becomes part of the blend. After gentle destemming and pressing, each grape variety ferments separately in order to fully preserve the individual character of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.

Fermentation takes place under temperature-controlled conditions in stainless-steel tanks so that the grapes’ fruit and freshness remain intact. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine undergoes extended maceration, which gives it its intense colour, dense texture and fine tannin structure. The blend then matures in oak barrels, which do not dominate but subtly round out the wine with notes of vanilla, cinnamon and toasted aromas.

Ageing in oak gives Treana Red additional complexity and a silky, interwoven tannin structure. Maturation on the fine lees brings richness and depth, while carefully timed rackings promote clarity and precision. Only after meticulous tasting is the final blend created, in which the winemaker combines the distinctive Paso Robles style with the vision of a concentrated yet balanced red wine.

The style of Hope Family Wines focuses on powerful, aromatic wines with a distinctive character. Its signature can be seen in the combination of ripe fruit, structure-providing acidity and finely integrated oak. The result is a red wine that delights both discerning connoisseurs and curious explorers.

Serving Recommendations for Treana Red – Hope Family Wines

The Treana Red - Hope Family Wines is an excellent match for robust dishes and richly flavoured cuisine. Its dense structure and intense fruit accompany grilled beef, lamb chops or braised short ribs particularly impressively. It also creates a harmonious interplay of spice, roasted flavours and fruit with game dishes such as saddle of venison or venison ragout.

Vegetarian dishes with roasted flavours also pair beautifully with this wine. Grilled vegetables, herb-fried aubergines, mushroom ragout with thyme or lasagne with Mediterranean vegetable sugo combine wonderfully with the wine’s spicy depth. Mature hard cheeses, flavourful Cheddar or an aromatic blue cheese also complement its range of flavours very appealingly.

• Perfect with grilled or braised beef and lamb
• Ideal with game dishes featuring rich sauces
• Excellent with spicy pasta dishes and mushroom ragouts
• Well suited to mature hard cheeses and robust blue cheese

Treana Red is an excellent companion for festive occasions, dinner parties or enjoyable evenings for two. The wine accompanies long conversations by the fireplace, special birthdays or stylish barbecues with friends. Its presence impresses guests and makes a clear statement in favour of characterful Californian red wines.

For optimal enjoyment, Treana Red should be served slightly chilled. A serving temperature of around 16 to 18 degrees highlights the dark fruit and finely woven tannins. In a red wine glass, the aromas unfold generously, while brief decanting further enhances the spicy complexity.

When stored appropriately in a cool, dark place at a consistent temperature, Treana Red develops additional nuances. Several years of bottle ageing bring out further tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco and dried fruit, elegantly rounding out the overall profile. This allows the wine to accompany both immediate enjoyment and long-term collection in a home cellar with impressive consistency.

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