2007 Mirassou California Cabernet Sauvignon Wins 'Best of Class' at 2010 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

HEALDSBURG, Calif., Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mirassou Winery announced that its 2007 Mirassou California Cabernet Sauvignon has won the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition for "Best of Class" in its Cabernet Sauvignon category.(1)

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In early January, the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition concluded its annual week of judging at the Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds in Sonoma County, California. Over five days, 63 professional wine experts tasted and evaluated a world-record breaking 4,913 entries.

"We're thrilled the panel chose our Mirassou Cabernet Sauvignon as a 'Best of Class' Cab," said David Mirassou, 6th generation of America's oldest winemaking family. "Our Cab displays deep rich blackberry and black currant flavors. One of my favorite ways to enjoy a glass of our Cabernet Sauvignon is with a grilled flank steak and my friends and family."

Mirassou Winery has a rich heritage of crafting superior wines in the sun-drenched of hills of California. As America's oldest winemaking family, Mirassou wines embody the spirit of joy and optimism that is so much a part of its sunny California history.

Mirassou wines are fruit-forward and pair beautifully with many different foods. The Mirassou California Cabernet Sauvignon is especially delicious when paired with one of the winery's many recipes, such as the Grilled Flank Steak with Italian Salsa Verde, the Cabernet Braised Short Ribs and even a Flourless Mocha Torte. Visit Mirassou.com for delicious, regionally-inspired recipes developed for Mirassou Winery by top chefs around the country that pair with all seven Mirassou wine varietals.  

1 Mirassou Cabernet Sauvignon is the 2010 winner of the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition "Best of Class" in the category "Cabernet Sauvignon up to $14.99."

About Mirassou Winery:  The Mirassou family has been growing grapes and crafting superior wines in California since 1854, earning them the distinction of being America's oldest winemaking family. Today, the Mirassou wine style is light-bodied, refreshing and fruit-forward. Mirassou's premium wines – Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon – retail for approximately $12 per bottle and are widely available in all 50 states. They can be located through Mirassou.com's "Where to Buy" section or by ordering at www.thebarrelroom.com.

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