USA
The United States boasts a dynamic beverage industry, with a thriving craft beer scene that has transformed the landscape of American brewing, producing everything from hop-forward IPAs to rich stouts. The country is also known for its world-class wines, particularly from regions like California’s Napa Valley and Oregon’s Willamette Valley, as well as innovative spirits, including bourbon and rye whiskey from the American South. Additionally, the rise of artisanal distilleries has led to a resurgence in the production of unique liquors and flavored spirits, reflecting the diverse flavours and cultural influences found across the nation.
Screaming Eagle 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon
Arguably the original and most sought after cult wine of Napa Valley.
"The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon is stunning. A wine that is only now beginning to shed its tannin, the 2006 stands out for its vibrancy and energy. All of the classic Screaming Eagle notes are in the glass, but with a little more edge and cut than in most vintages. Sweet red berries, crushed rocks, flowers and spice box are alive in the glass. Over time, hints of sage, mint rosemary and pencil shavings add complexity. The 2006 is a decidedly cool-weather wine with less opulence than either the 2007 or 2009, but it is absolutely singing today. Another few years will only help the wine come together even more fully, but it is impossible to miss the 2006 is utterly breathtaking beauty. -98 points" Robert Parker
