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2018 Kenwood Cabernet Sauvignon Jack London Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon
- USA
- California
- Sonoma County
- Sonoma Valley
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Community Tasting Notes 3
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sid_loves_wine Likes this wine: 90 points
April 29, 2024 - This definitely grew on me over time, but never fully clicked with me. I understand that it's from a "cooler climate" area for CA Cab, but it ended up showing as an only-sometimes enjoyable mix of very green, slightly bitter bell pepper/coffee grounds (excessive pyrazine for my palate) alongside a pretty hefty, heavy weight, with warm plums and a bit of alcohol heat on the finish. Solid tannin structure and acidity though; gentle without being flabby. It certainly feels like "real" wine, serious stuff. It's just a little out-of-balance and a little tough to enjoy at this stage.
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Chill51 Likes this wine: 90 points
March 25, 2023 - Pop and pour at one of our favorite restaurants. Used a Venturi aerator though and the wine was a little tight to begin with. It was earthy, a little herbaceous and dry. The tannins were bound-up, and the finish was short and dry. As time progressed, the wine opened up and relaxed. Overall smoother tannins and flavors of boysenberry syrup and dark plums abound. Would like to have kept around for a couple of ore years, and have been a fan of this wine for some time. Modest price compared to some Napa offerings, but great value. Will buy more to keep and drink.
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Baron Slick wrote: 90 points
June 16, 2022 - This opens to well-rounded aromas of currants, mulberries, and graphite. The palate is plush, round, with a plump core of dark fruit and a youthfully tannic finish. It balances out nicely with a decant.
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Wine Definition
- Vintage 2018
- Type Red
- Producer Kenwood
- Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
- Designation n/a
- Vineyard Jack London Vineyard
- Country USA
- Region California
- SubRegion Sonoma County
- Appellation Sonoma Valley
- UPC Code 010986010320
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 0 (0%)
- In Cellars 74 (60%)
- Consumed 50 (40%)
Food Pairing
No food pairings available.
Who Likes This Wine
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- ProducerKenwood
- VarietyCabernet Sauvignon
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- SubRegionSonoma County
- AppellationSonoma Valley
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