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Apr 27, 2010- WS 92pts. - WA 91pts. - According to the Wine Advocate: The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap is a nearly 9,000-case cuvee that is one of the best Cabernet Sauvignons one can buy at this price point, particularly given the Shangri-La prices of Napa. Deep ruby/purple with lots of red and black currants as well as hints of spring flowers and bay leaf, the wine is medium-bodied, with nothing out of place -- acidity, wood, tannin, or alcohol. It is a supple, stylish wine that doesn't cheat the consumer on flavor or complexity. It should evolve for at least 15 or so years. Tasting Notes - The 2006 Cabernet exudes a precocious bouquet of exotic spices and cigar box. Given a moment to rest, aromas of sweet marjoram, rose oil, cardamom and blackberry jam evolve into exceptionally sweet floral notes of star jasmine and a touch of trumpet vine. Initial flavors of cherry deepen as fine tannins expand and unfold...
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WS 92pts. - WA 91pts. - According to the Wine Advocate: The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap is a nearly 9,000-case cuvee that is one of the best Cabernet Sauvignons one can buy at this price point, particularly given the Shangri-La prices of Napa. Deep ruby/purple with lots of red and black currants as well as hints of spring flowers and bay leaf, the wine is medium-bodied, with nothing out of place -- acidity, wood, tannin, or alcohol. It is a supple, stylish wine that doesn't cheat the consumer on flavor or complexity. It should evolve for at least 15 or so years. Tasting Notes - The 2006 Cabernet exudes a precocious bouquet of exotic spices and cigar box. Given a moment to rest, aromas of sweet marjoram, rose oil, cardamom and blackberry jam evolve into exceptionally sweet floral notes of star jasmine and a touch of trumpet vine. Initial flavors of cherry deepen as fine tannins expand and unfold. Dark stone fruits mix and integrate with sweet tannins and fleshy acidity, giving way to a persimmon inspired finish that coats the mouth.
St. Supery 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford
WE 95 Pts - Winemaker Notes - This wine presents with deep, vibrant purple hues. Aromas of blackberry and youthful black plum prevail over a hint of dusty terroir, subtle toasted oak and a nuance of sweet mocha. Flavors of blackberry domina...
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Buehler 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Estate
WE 90 Pts - Winemaker Notes - Our Estate Cabernet is the most age-worthy wine we produce and may be enjoyed anytime over the next 15 years. The aromas hint at black fruit: ripe black cherries and black plums. Enticing barrel qualities of...
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Caymus 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
WS 92 Pts - According to Wine Spectator - Young and appropriately vibrant and grapey. Homes in on pure currant and blackberry fruit, veering briefly toward cedar and tobacco before tightening on the finish. Best from 2014 through 2024....
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The Girls in the Vineyard 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Red Hills Lake County
Winemaker Notes - A rich and elegant garnet. A lovely blend of cassis, currant and deepest darkest cherry. You know how a silk scarf can just slip from your shoulder unexpectedly. This middleweight wine delivers glide-from-your-shoulder ...
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