Depend on Raymond to come out with balanced Cabs. This isn’t a soft, gooey, superripe wine. It's [sic] got its share of tannins and acids, and there's an earthiness to the blackberry flavors. But it's dry and complex, and should age well for a decade. (2/ 2006)
This 2002 Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet fills your nose with aromas of blackberry, cassis and dried cherries and a hint of earthy forest floor after a spring rain. On the palate your mouth is enveloped with ripe dark cherries, boysenberry, bits of spice and a touch of smoke. This is an elegant wine that is well-structured, complex and beautifully balanced. The tannins are lively enough to hold up to extended aging, but soft enough not to overwhelm the lush Rutherford and St. Helena fruit. The lingering finish is refined and satisfying. This Cabernet is an exceptional partner with food. With fruit and tannins that are in perfect harmony, this wine will bring out the best in steak with mushrooms or cracked black pepper, or a fine cut of prime rib.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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1999 York Creek Spring Mountain District Meritage $24.99
2002 Dunn Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon $97.99
2001 Heitz Cellar "Trailside" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $79.99
1994 Beaulieu Vineyard "Georges de Latour" Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $64.99
2001 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon $69.99
