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$80, 4 stars, 90 points, cabernet sauvignon, california, Napa, napa cabernet
Dark purple in the glass with nice legs belaying the 14.7% alcohol. On the nose it bursts with notes of blackberry, caramel (yes, caramel) and cola. On the palate it is quite refreshing, lighter than expected but still chock full of flavor- typical Napa Cab. Blackberry pie meets Dr. Pepper and a stave of oak. The mid palate is really lush with layers of fruit, ripe tannins, charcoal and tar. The tannins creep up and are balanced nicely on the finish with a touch of acidity. The black fruit theme continues as does the cola note. Very nice and balanced- this wine drinks nicely now and will go till 2023. 90 points from me, 91 from the pros. It retails for $80, making it a 4 star wine for me. I would pair with Filet, perhaps a well seasoned Cornish hen or even braised Beef rib. Salut….