The November 2026 Auction: Part 1
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Lot 5017
Estimate: $60
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"Syzygy’s 2007 Saros is an intriguing blend of 40% Tempranillo, 40% Malbec, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It exhibits an inviting nose of smoke, spice box, violets, black cherry, and blackberry which sets the stage for a plush, friendly, well-balanced wine with the structure to evolve . . ."
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"Syzygy’s 2007 Saros is an intriguing blend of 40% Tempranillo, 40% Malbec, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It exhibits an inviting nose of smoke, spice box, violets, black cherry, and blackberry which sets the stage for a plush, friendly, well-balanced wine with the structure to evolve . . ."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape known for deep color, firm tannins and a clearly defined structure. Blackcurrant, often described as cassis, is a signature flavor, accompanied by blackberry and, depending on the wine, cedar, graphite, mint or herbal notes. Oak aging can add spice and toast, while bottle age may bring tobacco, leather and other savory layers. The grape is a cornerstone of Bordeaux's Left Bank, especially the Médoc and Graves, where it is commonly blended with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and smaller amounts of other varieties. Beyond Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has established distinctive regional identities, including Australia's Coonawarra and Margaret River. Vineyard climate and ripeness influence whether the emphasis falls on fresh fruit and herbs or richer, fuller expressions. Its tannins, acidity and concentration can support long development in well-balanced examples. Many accessible styles are made for earlier enjoyment, while more structured wines reward time as their tannins soften and their aromas evolve. Cabernet Sauvignon brings depth and backbone to blends and can also express a vineyard's character as a varietal wine.
Yields dark, plush reds with ripe black fruit and soft tannins. A traditional Bordeaux blender, it found its greatest fame in Argentina.
Spain's noble red grape, producing structured, savory wines of red fruit and leather that respond beautifully to oak aging in Rioja and Ribera del Duero.