Deep ruby leading to purple extracted color. This wine is hot and heavy. Big concentrated fruit but lacking complexity in the fruit. The secondary aromas, however, were quite plentiful. Vanilla and sweet caramel, toasted coconut aromas. Overall nice for one small glass with a meal, but my palate was blown out after that. Not likely to improve with any more bottle age.
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Much to love about this Cabernet - it's easy drinking, nice mouthfeel, smooth, not too dry, hints of berry and chocolate. Paired nicely with beef enchiladas with a red mole sauce.
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Following up on my post last week on the fortuitist events that led to the owners of Ancient Peaks Winery to regain control over their famed Santa Margarita Ranch Vineyard, I’m continuing my research of the winery; and apropos to the title of this post, I’m looking deeper into the multi-faceted soils in the region (the buried treasure if you will), as I venture into the second bottling for review
Ancient Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon Margarita Vineyard 2019
Five distinct soil types make up the Margarita Vineyard; Ancient Sea Beds, Rocky Alluvium, Shale, Volcanic, and Granitic, each bringing diversity and natural complexity to those vines planted in each, and as I mentioned previously, the vineyard is certified sustainable. For the Cabernet, Ancient Sea Bed and Rocky Alluvium nourish the varietal composition of the wine; 83% Cab, 10% Merlot, 5% Petite Sirah, and 2% Cab Franc. Each varietal aged in a 50/50 blend of American and French Oak barrels (30% new) for a total of 18 months.
2019 brought with it favorable conditions for ripening; beginning with the wine’s dark color and wonderful aromas, it transitions into a wine of depth and flavors typical of cabernets. Dark fruit of raspberry and blackberry give the wine structure and a full mouthfeel. A savory note mixes with the acidity that carries through in the wine and mingles with soft tannins to a lasting finish so reminiscent of a cooler climate cab.
At just a smidge over $20, or maybe even below $20, it is worth seeking out this wine to go along with those evenings when you’re looking for a solid wine to go with dishes a little more robust.
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5/13/2023 - Short_Sips Does not like this wine: 82 Points
Deep ruby leading to purple extracted color. This wine is hot and heavy. Big concentrated fruit but lacking complexity in the fruit. The secondary aromas, however, were quite plentiful. Vanilla and sweet caramel, toasted coconut aromas.
Overall nice for one small glass with a meal, but my palate was blown out after that. Not likely to improve with any more bottle age.
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8/18/2022 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
With the green, grapey flat fruit of Paso Cab on the nose. Yep, that is straight out Paso Cab. They'll get $20 but they don't deserve it.
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6/1/2022 - SWIFT22 wrote:
Didn't really like it. Zinfandel was better table wine. Can get something better at the price
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4/20/2022 - Elise@HaciendaFelise wrote: 92 Points
Much to love about this Cabernet - it's easy drinking, nice mouthfeel, smooth, not too dry, hints of berry and chocolate. Paired nicely with beef enchiladas with a red mole sauce.
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3/17/2022 - Madrid wrote: 92 Points
Very rich, notes of dark chocolate, cherry, and a little rose hip follows with spice and floral notes.
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3/15/2022 - DJSeiler wrote: 87 Points
Soft. Subtle. Easy to drink. Not complicated. But lacked any deep berry flavors and aromas.
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1/15/2022 - gmac10 Likes this wine: 87 Points
Nice cab with pleasant fruit...not too dry.
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12/19/2021 - mjwilliams2 Likes this wine:
Drank with Moroccan braced beef. Went awesome with that. A bit of air helped it
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11/27/2021 - clubs Likes this wine: 91 Points
Robust. Excellent value.
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7/21/2021 - Hi.its.Don.4.Wine Likes this wine: 91 Points
Continued Search For Buried Treasure
Following up on my post last week on the fortuitist events that led to the owners of Ancient Peaks Winery to regain control over their famed Santa Margarita Ranch Vineyard, I’m continuing my research of the winery; and apropos to the title of this post, I’m looking deeper into the multi-faceted soils in the region (the buried treasure if you will), as I venture into the second bottling for review
Ancient Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon Margarita Vineyard 2019
Five distinct soil types make up the Margarita Vineyard; Ancient Sea Beds, Rocky Alluvium, Shale, Volcanic, and Granitic, each bringing diversity and natural complexity to those vines planted in each, and as I mentioned previously, the vineyard is certified sustainable. For the Cabernet, Ancient Sea Bed and Rocky Alluvium nourish the varietal composition of the wine; 83% Cab, 10% Merlot, 5% Petite Sirah, and 2% Cab Franc. Each varietal aged in a 50/50 blend of American and French Oak barrels (30% new) for a total of 18 months.
2019 brought with it favorable conditions for ripening; beginning with the wine’s dark color and wonderful aromas, it transitions into a wine of depth and flavors typical of cabernets. Dark fruit of raspberry and blackberry give the wine structure and a full mouthfeel. A savory note mixes with the acidity that carries through in the wine and mingles with soft tannins to a lasting finish so reminiscent of a cooler climate cab.
At just a smidge over $20, or maybe even below $20, it is worth seeking out this wine to go along with those evenings when you’re looking for a solid wine to go with dishes a little more robust.
Cheers
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