and saffron over a subtle Caribbean rum base

aged Comté or Gruyère mirrors the wine's earthy minerality

the gin is mellowed for several weeks in charred white oak ex-whiskey barrels — a technique that once gave the spirit a noticeable golden hue

Its body and stone-fruit character also make it an excellent substitute for oaked Chardonnay in a classic white sangria

but its inclusion of 5% Malbec is less common in the appellation and adds an extra dimension of color and spice

Louis Martini Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon liqueurs-&-cordials and saffron over a subtleLouis Martini Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon is a Sonoma County Cabernet blend aged 16 months in French and American oak, bottled at approximately 13. 9% ABV (750ml). The 2019 vintage earned 93 points from James Suckling, and the 2020 vintage received a Double Gold medal at the California State Fair. Produced by Louis M. Martini Winery one of California's earliest post Prohibition estates this bottling draws fruit from prized vineyard sites including Frei