2009 Smith-Madrone Cabernet Sauvignon

Community Tasting Notes (37) Avg Score: 91.0 points

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  2/3/2024 - PIntag wrote: 89 Points

  13.9% abv.
  I've not tried many Smith-Madrone Cabernets (just one other, actually - a 2007 last year) and have heard that they're long-lived Cabs that need age. Well, this was very similar to the 2007 - fairly lean and acid-driven, with no sign of lush and ripe fruit that often characterizes the region. There was a noticeable frame of oak here as well that I did not find that attractive. Overall, just not a very impressive CS, in any style. I guess these need more than 15 years to strut their stuff? Maybe so - I'll hold onto my remaining bottle for a while longer.

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  10/30/2022 - Lars423 wrote: 52 Points

  Drank this after a 2007 Revana. Very structured. Revana overshadowed it.

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  10/10/2021 - jlhkiss Likes this wine: 93 Points

  Consistent with previous notes 2.5 years ago. Still a youngster with great life ahead. Paired with seared filet off the grill. Drink 2022 - 2032. Technical score: 92. Enjoyment score: 92.

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  9/13/2020 - jonmartin1520 Likes this wine: 93 Points

  Opened and let it breathe for about an hour plus. First taste was dark fruits, some mineral. Very good offering from Smith Madrone. Still have a couple bottles. Drinking well now, but could cellar for several more years most likely.

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  6/19/2020 - golfhawk Likes this wine: 94 Points

  Outstanding Napa Cab with all of the usual characteristics. I am glad I waited on this one as it is drinking great and opened up soon after uncorking.

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