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Michael David Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi

Lodi AVA, USA
Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon from Michael David's Freakshow range, delivering generous blackberry, cassis, and vanilla in an approachable, plush style that has earned a cult following for its dramatic label and excellent value.
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The wine's bold fruit and plush tannin are perfectly suited to a burger of this calibre; caramelised onions' sweetness bridges the wine's fruit while bacon's smoke complements its oak.
classic casual
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The wine's blackberry character creates a direct flavour echo with the BBQ sauce; pork tenderloin's lean richness provides the protein the wine's tannin needs.
established main
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The wine's accessible structure and generous fruit pair well with sharp cheddar's pungency and Gouda's sweetness; almonds add savoury crunch.
established cheese
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The wine's bold fruit and gentle tannin handle the portobello's earthy umami; smoked mozzarella bridges the wine's oak while pesto's herbaceousness adds aromatic lift.
suggested casual