{"product_id":"wb30340180","title":"YACOUBIAN HOBBS SARPINA ARENI 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eSelected as the finest Areni from our high elevation vineyard in Vayots Dzor, this wine exemplifies the future of Yacoubian-Hobbs wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eAged in French oak, and produced in small quantity, ‘Sarpina’ is named for the posts used to train vines as is recorded in Armenian agricultural history books. With the name ‘Sarpina’ we honor Armenia’s rich, ancient wine history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eCrafted from carefully selected parcels in the \u003cb\u003eRind vineyard\u003c\/b\u003e, located at over \u003cb\u003e1,300 meters elevation\u003c\/b\u003e, the wine is fermented in stainless steel and aged for \u003cb\u003e7 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e, preserving freshness while adding depth and structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eIn the glass, the wine displays a deep ruby-red hue with an expressive bouquet of \u003cb\u003eblack cherry, cassis, blackberry, raspberry preserves, and dried red fruits\u003c\/b\u003e, layered with notes of \u003cb\u003eforest floor, tobacco leaf, dark cacao, vanilla, and subtle spice\u003c\/b\u003e. The palate is full-bodied yet elegant, with silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and beautifully integrated oak. Notes of \u003cb\u003eblackcurrant, plum, chocolate, and mineral tension\u003c\/b\u003e carry through to a long, refined finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eThis is one of the most compelling modern expressions of \u003cb\u003eAreni Noir\u003c\/b\u003e—a wine that bridges Armenia’s 6,000-year winemaking history with world-class contemporary craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e Deep ruby red\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAromas:\u003c\/b\u003e Black cherry, cassis, blackberry, tobacco, cacao\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Full-bodied, silky tannins, balanced acidity, elegant oak integration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Long and refined with mineral, spice, and dark fruit notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Terroir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e Vayots Dzor, Armenia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eVineyard Source:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e Rind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e Over 1,300 meters (4,000 feet)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e 100% Areni\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e Parcel selection from high-elevation vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eThe extreme elevation and volcanic soils of Vayots Dzor contribute freshness, minerality, and natural balance to the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eFermented in stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eAged 7 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eSmall production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eFocused on purity, elegance, and terroir expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003eDeep ruby-red in appearance, with a complex and alluring bouquet of black cherry, cassis, blackberry, and raspberry preserves, layered with earthy nuances of tobacco leaf, forest floor, and dark cacao. Full-bodied and richly textured, juicy notes of blackcurrant and spiced plum are supported by silky, plush tannins. The wine shows a balanced acidity and an elegant structure, with subtle oak influence lending tension through to a refined finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e95 pts\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe Tasting Panel Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e“Mineral-rich soils are reflected in finely delineated tannins and a seamless, steely mouthfeel. Plump blue fruit amps the wine’s energy and verve, while wild dried herbs bring added texture. Ultimately, its juicy, fruity persona is what is most desirable.”\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;\"\u003e- Meridith May, Tasting Panel Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Armenia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44269814087814,"sku":"WB30340180","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0338\/0543\/files\/YacoubianHobbsSarpinaAreni2022.jpg?v=1787254815","url":"https:\/\/www.winesolutions.com\/products\/wb30340180","provider":"Wine Solutions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}