G10 - 1999 California Cabernet Sauvignon

Martin (at Spengler)
Tasted Saturday, April 19, 2008 by winecat9 with 390 views

Introduction

1999 California Cabernet Sauvignon all acquired by Neil shortly after release.

Flight 1 (6 Notes)

1999 Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 89 Points

USA, California, Sonoma County

Perfect color and appearance. Cassis and cedar nose. Good balance.

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1999 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 85 Points

USA, California, Napa Valley

Good color and appearance. Slight stemmy nose but also had pleasant spicy component. Black cherry and blackberry flavors. Nice finish.

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1999 Mount Veeder Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 92 Points

USA, California, Napa Valley

Beautiful dark color. Outstanding nose; everything a California Cab Sauv should be. Lingering finish. An excellent wine that will drink well for another 5 years.

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1999 Fife Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 84 Points

USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District

Good color and appearance. Dusty nose and a little alcoholic smell. Tannis still present. Fruit ok but not outstanding.

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1999 Arrowood Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 88 Points

USA, California, Sonoma County

Classic Arrowood nose and taste. An excellent wine.

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1999 Pine Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District 94 Points

USA, California, Napa Valley, Stags Leap District

Wow! An great wine. Dark color and appearance. Incredibly complex nose. Layers of flavor. Long finish. Will be good for 7 - 10 years longer.

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