1992 Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

Community Tasting Notes (3) Avg Score: 86.5 points

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  7/24/2020 - Oenecnist wrote:

  Note: This label has the additional designation "Wetzel Family Estate".
  Bought 5b for 11/b from a local grocery store with a good US wine section 24+ years ago; this is #2. Good, solid cork; bottom tip chipped off as I removed it but otherwise fine. Decanted with normal sediment for its age. Translucent purple; very mature redcurrant, some plum that follow on the palate, good mouthfeel; some persistence. Tasty and remarkable for its age, glad I have a few more for everyday treats. Stored horizontally in a cool, dark basement since purchase. 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 price.

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  12/8/2007 - nubbin wrote: 87 Points

  Nicely aged. Medium bodied. Dark berry fruit with soft tannins. A little less structure and body than I wanted but still very nice. Drink now. Do not hold. (D 6.5, F 5; cellar)

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  4/23/2006 - Bakeman wrote: 86 Points

  Slightly past maturity, but surprisingly smooth.

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