Peppery and tannic. Good structure, not terribly complex. Nice with steak, a bit astringent on its own. Probably would be better given a couple more years to settle down.
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I liked the label better than the wine. This Cabernet was OK and for the price might be considered by some a good value. I found the fruit to be thin and unexceptional. This may have been a gift and I will not purchase it for myself.
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Bought for 46 from a garden restaurant last night (current best Searcher Pro is about 24 so not a bad markup; house charges 20 corkage). No decant, none needed, but opened a half hour early to allow some breathing. Purple; fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry, some acacia flower (!); body was a bit of a letdown with hollow midpalate, though still tasty, good mouthfeel; clipped finish. Nose might persist with aging, but wonder about body. Would not buy retail, but might do again at that lovely outdoor restaurant. My evaluation: For me, scores on a "100-point scale" are misleading. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. This is notable when considering quality, age, and restaurant price.
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I wanted to hold this a bit longer but plans went awry .. Decanted 30 minutes; so not really giving this cab a fair shake. That said , a nice dark purple color and very slow legs; nose comes across with nice herbal aromas and muted bath tones. Approachable on the tongue with Plum, Strawberry and hints of oak complete the picture, A fairly smooth and long finish. In 5 to 10 years I think would be an amazing bottle.
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There aren't many California cabs better at ~$20/bottle. Lots of different flavors here - berries and herbs that give way to mint. Very harmonious. Finish is medium length, but you won't mind having another sip of this one!
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PnP but should have decanted for an hour. Needed some air, has some alcohol heat and a tannic bite. But really smoothed out in the next couple of pours. Lots of vanilla spice and baked cherry (clafoutis?) but all in balance.
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3/12/2023 - Wildgrant Likes this wine:
I was a bit disappointed in the 2014 but this vintage lived up to expectations. Enjoyed by all, served with a beef roast.
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11/26/2022 - Richardrw wrote: 92 Points
Give it at least a 2-hour decant and drink within 4 hours. Decant should increase the rating by 2 to 3 points.
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3/6/2021 - nisid Likes this wine: 90 Points
Peppery and tannic. Good structure, not terribly complex. Nice with steak, a bit astringent on its own. Probably would be better given a couple more years to settle down.
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9/3/2020 - jmottern wrote: 87 Points
I liked the label better than the wine. This Cabernet was OK and for the price might be considered by some a good value. I found the fruit to be thin and unexceptional. This may have been a gift and I will not purchase it for myself.
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7/16/2020 - Oenecnist wrote:
Bought for 46 from a garden restaurant last night (current best Searcher Pro is about 24 so not a bad markup; house charges 20 corkage). No decant, none needed, but opened a half hour early to allow some breathing. Purple; fragrant blackcurrant, blackberry, some acacia flower (!); body was a bit of a letdown with hollow midpalate, though still tasty, good mouthfeel; clipped finish. Nose might persist with aging, but wonder about body. Would not buy retail, but might do again at that lovely outdoor restaurant. My evaluation: For me, scores on a "100-point scale" are misleading. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. This is notable when considering quality, age, and restaurant price.
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5/25/2020 - michaelbro8 Likes this wine: 89 Points
I wanted to hold this a bit longer but plans went awry .. Decanted 30 minutes; so not really giving this cab a fair shake. That said , a nice dark purple color and very slow legs; nose comes across with nice herbal aromas and muted bath tones. Approachable on the tongue with Plum, Strawberry and hints of oak complete the picture, A fairly smooth and long finish. In 5 to 10 years I think would be an amazing bottle.
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3/24/2020 - MPBC Likes this wine: 91 Points
There aren't many California cabs better at ~$20/bottle. Lots of different flavors here - berries and herbs that give way to mint. Very harmonious. Finish is medium length, but you won't mind having another sip of this one!
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2/4/2020 - adam.hill3 Likes this wine: 90 Points
One of my favorite cabs in a reasonable price.
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6/29/2019 - robmatic wrote: 90 Points
OK for the price, but not going to buy again as I prefer a bit more power.
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4/8/2019 - Canoehead Likes this wine: 91 Points
PnP but should have decanted for an hour. Needed some air, has some alcohol heat and a tannic bite. But really smoothed out in the next couple of pours. Lots of vanilla spice and baked cherry (clafoutis?) but all in balance.
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