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Marston Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain Napa 2006 – 95 Points

thewineinsiders — Mon, 10 May 2010 19:07:27 +0000

Decadent layers of espresso beans, mocha, bold tannins and a savory hint of black olive tapenade on the sultry finish. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Decant one hour if popping the cork pre-2012 because this BIG boy will easily last until 2019, peaking around 2017 in our estimate. Enjoy this rare opportunity to a own few of these precious hand crafted bottles because less than 300 cases produced.

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Cade Cuvee 2007 – 94+ points.

thewineinsiders — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:17:02 +0000

Cade

Aromas of blackberry, currant, anise and vanilla immediately jump from the glass. Opens up to aromas of plum, cedar and soy develop. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, wild berries, boysenberry, black olive and raspberry are framed by polished tannin. The finish is smooth and lush with a structure that should ensure a long life.

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Noemi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2007

thewineinsiders — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:12:36 +0000

Noemi Cabernet

This brand new Cabernet features a silky smooth texture with a wide array of deep, dark, and complex fruit including blackberry, plum, toffee and a hint of sweet tobacco flavors balanced by ultra-plush tannins typical of Napa Valley’s finest Cabernets. The structure and balance of this wine is seamless with a velvety texture reminiscent of my favorite age-worthy wines. The smoky oak on the finish is so elegant it seems to float across your palate and then linger seductively for a full minute and bodes well for enjoying now or anytime prior to 2012. If you’re a fan of CAYMUS, don’t miss this new wine discovery!

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Revana Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2006 – 95 Points

thewineinsiders — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:06:56 +0000

The 2006 Revana features rich, sultry dark flavors including sweet plums, creme de cassis, black cherry, and a hint of smoky cedar on the bold finish. This weighty textured, full-bodied, opulent new release already shows impressive complexity and should impress for 10-12 years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate. Decant minimum one hour if popping the cork prior to 2014.

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Heitz Cabernet Sauvignon Martha’s Vineyard 2005 – 96 Points

thewineinsiders — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:58:01 +0000

Wow, this unforgettable wine reminds us why Cabernet is still the king of grapes. Big, bold and lush, the new 2005 ‘Martha’s’ impresses by gushing fruit, yet retaining an elegance and power difficult to achieve in a wine with this much power. Bright blackberry and currant fruit, with notes of graphite, blueberries and espresso leave you mourning the last drop. Don’t miss this sumptuous new discovery destined for fame! Enjoy now through 2017 and decant for 1 hour if popping the cork prior to 2014.

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Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2006 – 94 Points

thewineinsiders — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:35:42 +0000

Far Niente Cabernet 2006

The tremendously well integrated, bold 2005 Far Niente Cabernet is yet another example of the remarkable quality of one of the most sought after Cabernet’s in America. Tightly wound layers of fresh blackberry, cherry, plum, cocoa and cedar flavors combined with a hint of black truffles and plush tannins that will offer a delicious experience tonight (after decanting at least one hour) but benefit from 2 – 3 years of bottle age. This wine will age gracefully for the next 7 – 10 years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate.

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Justin Isosceles Cabernet Blend Paso Robles 2007 – 94+ Points

thewineinsiders — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:30:15 +0000

Justin Iscosceles

The 2007 Isosceles is a Bordeaux-style Cabernet blend (includes approximately 10% Cabernet Franc and Merlot for added structure and complexity) but the bold and ripe fruit flavors are 100% California, featuring superb richness, structure, depth and a sensuous texture that has us begging for more! Starting with elegant layers of blackberry, cherry, cassis and hints of cinnamon and nutmeg with delightful tones of vanilla extract and lightly toasted oak on the sultry finish. This is a truly voluptuous wine with a velvetty smooth texture combined with plush tannins that are prominent now and bode well for a remarkable experience over the next 7 – 10 years, peaking around 2014 in our estimate…..or pair this delicious new creation with a juicy steak tonight (after decanting at least one hour) and then save a few bottles for your cellar. BRAVO!

Dumas ‘Neighbors Vineyard’ Reserve Cabernet 2006

thewineinsiders — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:11:19 +0000

Dumas Cabernet

Everything about this sophisticated wine impresses from the beginning including the dense purple color, the aromas of lavender and creme de cassis, and the ULTRA silky smooth texture. Captivating flavors include a luscious symphony of ripe plums, blackberries, and deep dark chocolate and mocha in the mid-palate. The sensuous finish crescendos with a hint of savory spices including truffle, cherries and flawlessly integrated toasty oak flavors that bode well for aging at least 5 – 7 years; peaking around 2014 in our estimate. BRAVO! 95+ points. Only 56 cases bottled” THE WINE INSIDERS

BUY: Dumas ‘Neighbors Vineyard’ Reserve Cabernet 2006

Wolf Family ‘Phaedrus’ Cabernet 2006 – 94 Points

thewineinsiders — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:13:10 +0000

This beauty emanates blackberry and cassis aromas, rich dark berry flavors, espresso, cocoa, and a lush, velvety texture. This wine is well suited for immediate enjoyment however given its terroir and balance graceful aging is anticipated for 5 to 8 years. 94 Points The Wine Insiders

St. Helena Ravenous Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

thewineinsiders — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:22:24 +0000

THE WINE INSIDERS TASTING NOTES:
This 2006 Ravenous is a powerful sensation, BIG on fruit, that combines the best characteristics of Cabernet Sauvignon with a dollop of Petit Sirah to give it the exotic “X” factor + guarantee age worthy extravagance. Concentrated crème de cassis, licorice, and inky blackberry elicited from the Petite Sirah, mixed with all the power of the mocha, currant, dark chocolate, and blueberry from the Cabernet Sauvignon, with a hint of tobacco creates a smooth and silky tannin structure that finishes well in the palate. Will be at its peak between 2010-2013.