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• The Drunken Cyclist Likes this wine: 89 points

  August 8, 2019 - Retail $28. 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc. Fruity and funky on the nose (and I love the funk) with black pepper, blackberry, and a touch of bell pepper (likely from the Cab Franc). The palate is initially quite fruity and a tad hot (14.7%), but it calms down considerably on the mid-palate with more earthy flavors. The tannins are mostly held in check until the finish, where they assert themselves noticeably. Already five years old, this could easily go another 3-5 years with little worry. Very Good. thedrunkencyclist.com

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• isaacjamesbaker wrote: 88 points

  December 18, 2018 - Some California samples: Light purple color. Aromas of spice tea, anise and cocoa underneath currant jam, cherry compote, with tobacco and magic marker notes. Full but plush, chewy yet moderating acidity. Plums and currant compote laced with chai, clove, sweet coffee, anise and cedar. Bold but vibrant, cool stuff from Santa Clara! Includes 10% Merlot, 6% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, aged 30 months in 25% new American oak.

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Wine Definition

• Vintage 2014
• Type Red
• Producer Jason Stephens Winery
• Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
• Designation n/a
• Vineyard n/a
• Country USA
• Region California
• SubRegion Central Coast
• Appellation Santa Clara Valley

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• In Cellars 4 (19%)
• Consumed 17 (81%)

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