1989 Fetzer Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel Select

Community Tasting Notes (1) Avg Score: 88 points

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  9/30/2015 - meniscus Likes this wine: 90 Points

  These Fetzer cabs from the 80s can really exceed their pedigree!
  
  Winebid purchase, $10 so wasn't expecting too much...
  
  Color: deep purple, inky black center and no browning at the rim.
  Nose: complex... herbal, smokey notes with beef, cherries & violets. Very compelling and interesting like a fine Bordeaux but unmistakably Cali cab.
  Palate: Light bodied on the palate with good length and balance. Elegant and very harmonious. Flavors echo the nose.
  
  12.8% abv per the label. Why can't they make Calif cabs in this style anymore???

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