The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon | 14% ABV | 750mL | Central Coast, California | Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot & Cabernet Franc
Process & Profile
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold California Cabernet from The Prisoner Wine Company’s Unshackled collection. Designed as a more expressive and approachable extension of The Prisoner style, Unshackled focuses on rich fruit, smooth texture, balanced acidity, and a flavor-forward profile that works well for both casual wine drinkers and fans of full-bodied California reds.
The current 2023 release comes from California’s Central Coast and is built around Cabernet Sauvignon with supporting portions of Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. That blend gives the wine more dimension than a single-note Cabernet, adding dark fruit, softness, spice, and structure. The result is a round, velvety red with ripe blackberries, plums, cherries, tobacco, mocha, clove, and pepper.
For customers looking for a California Cabernet Sauvignon with the recognizable energy of The Prisoner Wine Company, Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon offers strong everyday appeal. It has enough richness for steak, roasts, barbecue, and hearty pasta, while the bright acidity keeps the wine from feeling too heavy.
Tasting Notes
- Ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries on the nose
- Tobacco and mocha depth
- Clove, pepper, and subtle spice
- Black stone fruit with a round mouthfeel
- Bright acidity for lift and balance
- Long, velvety finish with lingering fruit and spice
What Makes It Special
- Cabernet Sauvignon from The Prisoner Wine Company’s Unshackled collection
- Current release sourced from California’s Central Coast
- Blend includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc
- Bold fruit profile with blackberry, plum, cherry, tobacco, mocha, clove, and pepper
- Velvety texture with bright acidity and long structure
- Strong option for fans of California Cabernet and Prisoner-style red wines
- Versatile pairing wine for steak, roasts, barbecue, pasta, and rich dishes
How to Enjoy
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon is best served slightly below room temperature, around 60–65°F. Open the bottle 20–30 minutes before serving, or decant it briefly if you want the dark fruit, mocha, tobacco, and spice notes to open more fully.
This Cabernet pairs well with grilled steak, burgers, braised short ribs, roasted pork, barbecue ribs, tomato-based pasta, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses. Its ripe fruit and smooth texture also make it an easy choice for dinner parties, casual gatherings, and gifting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon tastes rich and smooth, with ripe blackberries, plums, cherries, tobacco, mocha, clove, pepper, black stone fruit, bright acidity, and a velvety finish.
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Where is The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon from?
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon is from California’s Central Coast, according to the current 2023 release from The Prisoner Wine Company.
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What grapes are in The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon?
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon is made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc.
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What food pairs well with The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon?
The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with grilled steak, burgers, short ribs, roasted pork, barbecue, tomato-based pasta, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses.
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Where can I buy The Prisoner Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon?
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