WINE =======: 1985 Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
AOC         : Napa Valley
Tasting Date: 2004-10-22
Varietal    : Cabernet
Score       : 89
Country     : USA
State       : CA
Region      : Calistoga

Notes
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Light red in color with watery pink edges; nose of plum
jelly, sugary sweet with loads of black pepper and a touch
of black currant and eucalyptus.  This wine was extremely
tannic. It's obvious that many of the tannins in this wine
are not softening with age. Very complex nose, noticeable
finish, but the taste is astringent.  This wine is past its
time.

Production Notes
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No late winter rains resulted in earl bud-break which was
followed by a long moderate growing season. Dry, cool fall
weather during crush led to a long harvest. The fruit was
excellent, with outstanding balance. Harvest: Spt 10-Oct 9;
Bottling Date, May 1988 (10,000 cases); release date: Sept
1989

Additional Notes
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This was part of a ten-year vertical tasting at the California Grill,
Contemporary Resort, Walt Disney World in association with Chateau
Montelena and the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, 2005.
Output generated by La Wine Club - http://LaWineClub.com/
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