Cabernet Sauvignon

Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Savignon

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Jan 042011
 
2002 Dunn Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA, $95 — Rating 98

A Napa Valley winemaker once told me that winemakers on Howell Mountain winemakers are “in their own world up there.” If that’s true, then Randy Dunn’s Howell Mountain Cabernets are out of this world. The 2002 is no exception. Big Chewy Fruit, Big Tannins and Big Oak without big alcohol are beautifully balanced into a wine that commands your attention and contemplation. Be patient, this big cab need some time to breathe for maximum pleasure.

Twenty Rows Cabernet Sauvignon

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Dec 282010
 
2008 Napa Valley, CA $20 — Rating 92

I can’t say enough about Twenty Rows Napa Cabernet. I thought the 2007 was the best $20 Napa Cabernet and the 2008 follows suit. Very drinkable now with just a short decant. From the winemakers at Vinoce, this Cab is a great value.

Red Zeppelin Cabernet Sauvignon

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Dec 242010
 
2007 Paso Robles, CA $32 (S) — Rating 90

An excellent Paso Cabernet Red Zeppelin is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah, 4% Merlot, 3% Petite Sirah, 1% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc. A big wine but not as big as it’s Napa cousins. Give it a half hour to breathe and it softens nicely. Limited production…Contact Red Zeppelin Winery for purchase

Mi Sueno Cabernet Sauvignon

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Dec 192010
 
2003 Napa Valley, CA $60 — Rating 92

Mi Sueno translates into “My Dream” and this Cabernet is a dream. Big and bold jammy blackberry, dark cherry and supple tannins. Big in the mouth yet not overpowering. WE -92

Corison Cabernet Sauvignon

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Dec 122010
 
2007 Napa Valley, CA (S) $70 — Rating 97

Corison Cabernet  is the elegant restrained style of Napa Cabernet that I fell in love with years ago. Cathy Corison has created a very well balanced with soft tannins that envelope your tongue without biting. At 13.8 alcohol, the dark rich fruit is alive and powerful without being fruity. An expensive wine at $70, but luxury has its price.

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