1996 Regusci Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District

Community Tasting Notes (8) Avg Score: 89 points

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  5/4/2018 - GoBlue2002 Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Soft and smooth, yet still with body. This has not fallen apart, although the fruit has mellowed along with the tannins. 13.5% abv.

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  2/6/2017 - John McCabe wrote: 91 Points

  Quite attractive, soft and well balanced. Nothing striking - this is somewhat soft and muted which i kind of expected having tasted a few '07 Regusci cabs and merlots which were very pleasant but not sure if they have the stuffing for long term ageing.
  
  This was very gentle, but lovely earthy nose and profile. Nothing pronounced, a bit simple but nothing awry either and while soft it was not past its prime. Drink now.

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  10/14/2014 - no leashes wrote: 88 Points

  Nice flavors, but starting to fall apart a little. Round sweet cherry, tobacco flavors, but not as well structured as previous bottles.

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  12/1/2012 - peternelson wrote: 90 Points

  This has a hint of mint, black cassis, wet leaves, licorice; medium light body, wet leaves mouth, low tannins; touch spicy; dry finish. Good, evolved and drink up.

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  5/14/2012 - J @ y H @ c k wrote: 91 Points

  I got this wine as part of a ot at an AMC Auction in 2010. I wanted a bottle of 1997 Monte Bello and this came along with it. I was prepared to pay the bid amount for that, so this came along for the ride. I knew nothing about it and stuck it in the win fridge in the office. When driving down the Silverado Trail, we saw a sign for the winery, which reminded me to open it, so I brought it to dinner with my wife and friends. Popped, decanted and poured. What a wonderful surprise. This wine was outstanding. Patience proves to work again. Perfect dark opaque color with not a touch of brown at the edges. Smooth red and dark fruit, cedar and earthiness. An overall sweet feel with no sugar. Meatyness and a long finish. Maybe it was just this bottle but Napa cabs from 1996 are looking up.

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