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Tiansai Vineyards (新疆天塞酒庄) Skyline of Gobi Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot Classic 2018

Tiansai Vineyards (新疆天塞酒庄) Skyline of Gobi Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot Classic 2018

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Ripe Blackcurrants, Dark Plums, Dried Herbs, and Yanqi Basin Desert Vitality

The 2018 Tiansai Vineyards "Skyline of Gobi" Classic Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot is an expressive, harmonious red from Xinjiang's Yanqi Basin in northwestern China. Grown against the dramatic backdrop of the Tian Shan mountains, it reveals aromas of ripe cassis, black plums, sweet spice, and a touch of wild thyme. Medium-to-full-bodied and approachable, it wraps rich dark fruit around smooth, rounded tannins and balanced acidity, finishing clean, smooth, and gently toasted.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-to-Full-Bodied, Round & Smooth ●●●●●
Sweetness Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Smooth, Rounded & Approachable ●●●●●
Acidity Fresh & Balanced ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (Partial maturation in French oak barrels) ●●●●●

Terroir & Estate Craft

  • The Yanqi Basin Desert Terroir: Located along the southern foothills of the Tian Shan mountain range at the edge of the Gobi Desert in Xinjiang. The estate sits at an elevation of roughly 1,100 meters, characterized by gravelly, sandy loam soils with high permeability and low organic matter. Intense desert sunshine and dramatic day-to-night temperature fluctuations foster concentrated dark fruit ripeness while snowmelt irrigation preserves lively structural balance.
  • Tiansai's Organic Commitment: Established in 2010, Tiansai Vineyards is recognized as one of China’s premier boutique estates, led by pioneering viticultural consultant Professor Li Demei. Managing vineyards with certified organic practices, the "Skyline of Gobi" Classic blend marries Cabernet Sauvignon's structural backbone with Merlot's fleshy softness, undergoing temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation and judicious oak aging to emphasize clean fruit expression and early harmony.

Highlights

  • Classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from certified organic vineyards in Xinjiang.
  • Crafted at 1,100 meters elevation in the Yanqi Basin under the guidance of Professor Li Demei.
  • A balanced, supple 2018 vintage currently drinking at peak harmony through 2028.

Tasting Notes

Deep garnet with ruby edges, it opens with enticing aromas of ripe blackcurrants, dark cherries, and juicy plums, layered with notes of wild desert herbs, cocoa powder, cedar, and subtle sweet vanilla. The palate is medium-to-full-bodied, round, and approachable, framing succulent dark fruit around smooth, fine-grained tannins and balancing acidity, concluding on a clean, harmonious, and gently spiced finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve at 16–18°C in standard Bordeaux glassware.
  • Decanting: A short 20-to-30 minute aeration in the glass or decanter allows its dark berry and spice aromatics to fully integrate. Best enjoyed now through 2028.

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