Napa Valley Wine and Food Excursion 2013; 9/30/2013-10/5/2013 (Napa Valley, California): A blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and 6% Merlot, this wine proves itself as a muscular, rich offering. Deep-to-opaque ruby in color, it has an intense nose of wild berries, loamy earth, minerals and Asian spices. Full-bodied and fresh on the palate, it frames similar flavors with firm tannins and well-integrated alcohol (14.5%). The middle palate is solid and the finish is lengthy, albeit a bit astringent. More time in the cellar would likely pay dividends here. Drink 2016-2025.
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10/1/2013 - La Cave d'Argent Likes this wine: 90 Points
Napa Valley Wine and Food Excursion 2013; 9/30/2013-10/5/2013 (Napa Valley, California): A blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and 6% Merlot, this wine proves itself as a muscular, rich offering. Deep-to-opaque ruby in color, it has an intense nose of wild berries, loamy earth, minerals and Asian spices. Full-bodied and fresh on the palate, it frames similar flavors with firm tannins and well-integrated alcohol (14.5%). The middle palate is solid and the finish is lengthy, albeit a bit astringent. More time in the cellar would likely pay dividends here. Drink 2016-2025.
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