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2005 Laura Michael Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon
- USA
- California
- Napa Valley
- Rutherford
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Community Tasting Notes 38
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YourSomm Likes this wine: 95 points
December 27, 2018 - This is my 5th and final bottle and, like the others, was extraordinary! The wines from Laura Zahtila/Laura Michael are consistently great, but the combination of their nuanced winemaking, incredible Beckstoffer fruit, and 13 years, made this a stellar bottle. Green olives, dried thyme, roasted meats, leather, and forest floor were the dominant tones with the primary fruits - dark ripe cherries and raspberries - playing a supporting role.
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1961Vintage Likes this wine: 93 points
January 10, 2017 - Above and beyond. Rich and decadent but not too much barrel. Love the fruit expression and balance.
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1961Vintage Likes this wine: 93 points
December 3, 2016 - Another terrific LZ wine. Not many cabs I think are worth the full price. This one is close.
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jnocera Likes this wine: 92 points
August 19, 2016 - The color is dark purple but it's starting to show signs of bricking and aging. The nose is very complex some black fruits buts also earthy hints of barnyard and tobacco. On the palate this is a velvety wine with good balance of fruit and tannins. Secondary flavors of chewing tobacco are also on the palate and the finish is smooth and long. Lacks a bit of power for a higher score.
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1961Vintage Likes this wine: 92 points
July 7, 2016 - Notes consistent. Just too much of a hint of green otherwise superb.
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By Richard Jennings
11/20/2010 (link) 85 points(Laura Michael Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard) Herbaceous, menthol nose; herbaceous, menthol, tart plum palate; medium finish 85+ pts.
Wine Definition
- Vintage 2005
- Type Red
- Producer Laura Michael Wines
- Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
- Designation n/a
- Vineyard Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard
- Country USA
- Region California
- SubRegion Napa Valley
- Appellation Rutherford
- UPC Code 858021001014
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 1 (0%)
- In Cellars 108 (36%)
- Consumed 187 (63%)
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- ProducerLaura Michael Wines
- VarietyCabernet Sauvignon
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- SubRegionNapa Valley
- AppellationRutherford
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- SubRegionNapa Valley
- AppellationRutherford