Surprisingly, too, is that there an impression of freshness despite more mature aromas, it's garnet-hued, and imbued with fine, velvety tannins. Cardinale Winery 9. Another heavy hitter from a lineup spanning four decades of Napa Cabs. It's opaque, with a bold magenta rim. Structurally, opulent—the core furnished with juicy black fruit, ripe, glossy tannins and a hint of how it will evolve—a palate pleasing melange of anise, mocha, Madagascar vanilla, black pepper, and savory tones.
USA Beaulieu Vineyard BV Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley USA 1997
WCC Cali Cab @ Fort Orange Club, 4/4/
Napa Valley Grape Info A Vertical Tasting of Nalle Zinfandels. Bob's Paris Notes Updated Spring 2 Wine Writer's Confession. Info For Brokers and Wine Distributors. Mainly for Foreign Vintners. Gerald's Tour de France
It is probably safe to say that outside of Bordeaux there is no Medoc-centric winegrowing region as much as Napa. Production of Cabernet-based wines has dominated in Napa for the past several decades. Given this viticultural preoccupation and the U. But lately there is growing concern among California Cabernet collectors that much of the expectations could be largely hype. A cornerstone of wine quality at the highest levels is ageworthiness.
Add My Food Pairing Tags. Do you find this review helpful? I'm not as excited as other recent tasters. Opened two bottles and slow-oxed for several hours. I really wish I had opened these sooner.