WINE =======: 2002 Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
AOC         : Napa Valley
Tasting Date: 2005-07-22
Varietal    : Cabernet Sauvignon
Score       : 91+
Country     : USA
State       : California
Region      : Napa Valley

Notes
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Deep purple to inky in color; nose of tar with subtle hints
of blueberry, black currant and dark red fruits, straw and
vegetation; medium to full-bodied with very supple tannins
that are non-invasive; the flavor overpowers the structure
here and either this wine's balance is off, or it needs more
time or something, but it just doesn't seem to have the
tannic structure to impress right now.  I suspect this is a
very good wine that needs more time to develop.

Production Notes
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Our 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine distinguished by
patience and persistence.  Our years of working with
advanced soil and moisture experiment techniques were
rewarded as that experience enabled us to manage our vines
to their optimum during the growing season.  With a blend of
87% Cabernet Saugivnon, 11% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc
this wine shows aromas of cocoa blackberry and black tea
while maintaining a balanced structure with firm tannins.

(must have been a wine different from what I tasted)
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