{"title":"Dark Horse","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Dark Horse wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nLooking for a beautiful California wine? Then try Dark Horse wines. We can assure you you won't be disappointed. Dark Horse wines have everything you need: a sparkling aroma, a flavorful bouquet, and a remarkably affordable price. Once you've tried a Dark Horse wine, you'll never want anything else. The Dark Horse Chardonnay has been one of the best-selling California Chardonnays in this price range for years.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The wines from California\u003c\/h2\u003e \nDark Horse is located in the illustrious California, where winemaking has become an art form. The winery is part of the renowned Gallo family, one of the largest and most renowned wineries in the world. Dark Horse's vineyards are spread across several regions of California. Where a grape thrives, it is planted by the talented winemaker Beth Liston. She is considered one of the world's best female winemakers, and this is clearly evident in Dark Horse wines. The Dark Horse Rosé, for example, is a prime example of Beth Liston's craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The wine with the horse\u003c\/h2\u003e \nDark Horse means \"the unexpected candidate\" or \"the underdog\" in Dutch. And that's certainly true. You're in for a pleasant surprise the moment you twist the cap off the wine. The winery's name is also reflected in the Dark Horse label. You see a horse's head, but also a wine glass. A visual delight! The recognizable bottles have been dominating the entire hospitality industry for several years now, because the wine is so incredibly delicious.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Want to buy Dark Horse wine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Dark Horse wines guarantee a delicious glass of wine, with something for everyone. Looking for something quintessentially Californian? Then try the Dark Horse Zinfandel. Lovers of refreshing and invigorating wines can now indulge in the winery's newest release: Dark Horse Pinot Grigio. Truly, every wine lover will find something to enjoy with Dark Horse's fabulous wines.","products":[{"product_id":"dark-horse-chardonnay","title":"Dark Horse Chardonnay","description":"This white wine from Dark Horse is made from the Chardonnay grape native to California. Winemaker Beth Liston is an ambitious winemaker who strives to get the most out of her grapes. Her grapes are cultivated with the utmost precision in unique locations. Most of the vineyards are positioned facing the sun at the perfect altitude. The altitude of Dark Horse's vineyards is crucial for maintaining sufficient coolness in the warm climate. This is how the Chardonnay grapes ripen optimally and develop a wealth of flavor, as we've also noticed. But that doesn't happen automatically, says Beth Liston, riding her black horse, the winery's name. She rides this beautiful black horse through the vineyards several times a week to become one with the grapes and have a good plan for harvesting them. This is crucial if you want to make beautiful wines, so leave that to her.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Dark Horse's old Chardonnay vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nA key benchmark for a full-bodied Chardonnay is the vineyard's age; old vines simply lend more strength to the clusters. This is certainly true with Dark Horse, as the vines have an average age of 25 years and produce such full clusters. At peak ripeness, they are harvested by hand and rigorously selected, ensuring only the finest clusters make it into the bottle. Before bottling, however, the ripe Chardonnay juice undergoes a long, beautiful oak aging process in Dark Horse's cellars. It develops unique aromas and flavors, and when it is perfect, the bottles are ready to be filled. However, the decision rests with the mistress of the house, and thus we have \"the Original Dark Horse.\"\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aroma and taste of the Dark Horse Chardonnay\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhat an exquisite glass, this full-bodied, powerful Californian Chardonnay from Dark Horse. The grapes for this wine are hand-picked and then gently pressed, releasing the finest juice. The Dark Horse Chardonnay then undergoes light oak aging. This is clearly noticeable in the aroma, with aromas of peach and baked apple, layered with buttery notes of oak and caramel. The palate is very smooth and full, with a thick structure—a wine we love! Beautiful flavors of tropical fruit, vanilla, oak, baked bread, and peach. This Dark Horse Chardonnay is truly superb.","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775936467023,"sku":"7949","price":11.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/Dark_Horse_Chardonnay.webp?v=1759497937"},{"product_id":"dark-horse-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"As powerful and robust as a large black horse—that's what came to mind when we tasted this red Cabernet Sauvignon from Dark Horse. But the name Dark Horse is derived from the black horse that winemaker Beth Liston rides through the vineyards every day. Because, as she says, it all starts with perfectly maintaining the vineyards. Every day, hard work is done in the vineyards, in the heart of California, where the Cabernet Sauvignon vines are planted in the best spots. Thanks to abundant sunshine and the fresh mountain breeze, the grapes have a peaceful growing season. But winemaker Beth Liston is someone who loves innovation, innovative, and classic techniques, which is what makes this red wine truly shine.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Dark Horse Cabernet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhen the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes reach their peak ripeness in the vineyard, they are harvested by hand. Each bunch is inspected to determine its suitability for this beautiful red Dark Horse. The juice that flows from the press is superb and already priceless. This beautiful juice is then aged for several months in oak barrels in the Dark Horse cellars. During this crucial period, the red wine develops its flavor, and the oak barrels give it its distinctive character. It develops unique aromas and flavors, and when it is perfect, the bottles are ready to be filled. However, the decision rests with the lady of the house, and thus we have \"the Original Dark Horse.\"\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does the Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe grapes come from the finest vineyards in California, and this is reflected in a full-bodied, powerful wine with its own unique character. Some of the wine is aged in oak barrels to develop more power. The aroma is full of power, with abundant blackberry and cherry fruit complemented by hints of nutmeg and mocha. The taste is truly beautiful, a candy, a gem, whatever you like. This Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon boasts flavors of black fruit, vanilla, toffee, spices, chocolate, and a hint of plum, but truly a wide variety of impressions. This wine is also so soft and rounded on the palate and finish—delicious!","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775940595791,"sku":"7950","price":11.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/dark-horse-cabernet-sauvignon_7950.webp?v=1770110616"},{"product_id":"dark-horse-zinfandel","title":"Dark Horse Zinfandel","description":"Winemaker Beth Liston also has a penchant for the Zinfandel grape. The grape that helped put California's wine region on the map and, incidentally, thrives in the warm climate. According to Liston, the beautiful and rich quality of Dark Horse wines is due to a blend of classic and innovative techniques. For her, it all starts with the vines of Dark Horse; every day she takes a ride on her black horse to check on her grapes. This is also where the name of this beautiful winery comes from, and if you look closely at the horse's head, you'll see a wine glass. This demonstrates that the black horse is crucial to the wines, because only with a perfect harvest can top-notch wines be made from the Zinfandel grape.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Dark Horse Zinfandel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhen the Zinfandel grapes reach perfect ripeness, they are harvested in the early morning. This meticulous work ensures only the finest bunches are picked for this red Dark Horse. They are transported in small crates to the Dark Horse press, where the beautiful Zinfandel spa is then aged in oak barrels for at least eight months. During this period, it develops its style and power, becoming the Original Dark Horse wine.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aroma and taste of Zinfandel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nDark Horse Zinfandel is a true gem in this series. The Zinfandel grape thrives in California, making this region a privilege to produce a perfect wine. This Dark Horse red wine boasts a beautiful, deep red color. The aroma offers lovely notes of tobacco, blueberries, ripe cherries, and a delightful spice. The palate is phenomenal. Wonderfully subtle tannins and hints of chocolate, ripe red fruit, licorice, and a touch of tobacco. A wine to truly savor or enjoy with a delicious meat dish.","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775907303503,"sku":"10465","price":11.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/dark-horse-zinfandel_10465.webp?v=1770120786"},{"product_id":"dark-horse-merlot","title":"Dark Horse Merlot","description":"Dark Horse wines are slowly but surely conquering the world. They more than live up to their reputation. Because in this price range, you wouldn't expect such high quality. A true dark horse, indeed. They've shaken up Californian viticulture. They make perfect, subtle, quality wines, without frills or fuss. Simply good. And all at a fantastic price. The newest member of the Dark Horse family is this Merlot. A grape variety that enjoys considerable global recognition, Merlot often has a reputation for being weak and lacking in inspiration. Winemaker Beth Liston of Dark Horse proves here that Merlot wines can indeed be full of character and flavor.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Merlot vineyards in California\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAt Dark Horse, they know how to produce top-notch wines. This is largely due to the sublime quality of their vineyards. Everything seems to fall into place under the Californian sun. The vineyards are situated in the most ideal locations, perfectly aligned with the sun. Furthermore, the vines are somewhat older, further enhancing the quality. Once the Merlot grapes are deemed ripe enough, they are harvested under the strict supervision of winemaker Beth Liston. Each cluster of Merlot grapes is carefully selected before becoming part of the renowned Dark Horse Merlot.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Impressions of Dark Horse Merlot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nMerlot boring? Absolutely not. A single sip of Dark Horse Merlot immediately proves otherwise. The wine is broad, full of character, and a huge explosion of flavors. A wine our oenologists can talk about forever; this red wine is that delicious. Your senses are tickled by exuberant aromas. Take a sip yourself and discover the flavors. You'll taste oak, vanilla, and chocolate, thanks to subtle oak aging. But swirl the red wine around your mouth, and you'll discover an abundance of fruit: blackberries, plums, cherries, and raspberries. The distinct, fruity character is perfect for drinks or as an aperitif. However, Dark Horse Merlot also pairs perfectly with a dish featuring beef or lamb.","brand":"Walraven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775890001999,"sku":"11912","price":11.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/dark-horse-merlot_11912.webp?v=1770202332"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-dark-horse.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}