Pareto's Estate vineyards are located in Monterey County on California's central coast. This area is known for California's longest growing season, lasting an average of about two weeks longer than other regions. They owe their success to the early morning fog and wild afternoon winds, a phenomenon the winery aptly describes as "it ruins women's hairstyles, but the grapes love it." The area is also strongly influenced by Monterey Bay in the Pacific Ocean, whose depth of over 10,000 feet helps create fog, cool air, and reliable breezes. All these conditions contribute to the development of grapes capable of delivering large fruit, vibrant aromas, and complex flavors.
All of the winery's wines are so-called "Estate" wines, a term seen on many American wine labels. This indicates that the wines are 100 percent from the winery's own fields and are produced in the vineyard without any influence from others.
Pareto's Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful dark red wine. Upon opening the bottle, we are greeted by delightful aromas of deep, dark black fruit, including cassis, blueberry, and ripe plum. This is complemented by a hint of vanilla and a touch of coffee. It's a concentrated wine with soft tannins. The red wine lingers beautifully with plenty of soft fruit well into the finish. A rich wine from Pareto's Estate that pairs perfectly with meat or cheese.
