2006 California Cabernet Sauvignon

The 1992 vintage of this wine was ranked #9 on the Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 1995The final blend of Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 has aromas of currant, nutmeg and a hint of licorice. Flavors of cassis, raspberry and cocoa are surrounded by refined tannins and a remarkably elegant, supple finish.

The 2006 Merus is deep inky purple in color with intense aromas of black cherries, layered with exotic spice, hints ofcinnamon, mocha, dark chocolate, cassis and blackberries. In the mouth, the entry possesses tremendous intensity anda massive palate impression. Mouth coating flavors with an abundance of dark cherry fruit on the opening followed bydark dense fruit, dark chocolate and exotic ...

Deep garnet in color with rich upfront aromas of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry and boysenberry with hints of black pepper, earth and espresso followed by concentrate blackberry, red cherry, red currant, blueberry, black plum, black pepper and dark chocolate flavors. Well structured with integrated tannins and a silky smooth finish touched with luscious vanilla. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. ...

The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon offers pure, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon fruit centered on currant and unfolding to blackberry and black cherry flavors. The palate offers full-bodied richness and power, with a persistent display of freshness in the smooth and lingering finish.

The use of Sonoma Valley hillside vineyards gives particular structure to this Cabernet Sauvignon. This Cabernet has very rich aromas of cassis, black cherries, and plums with nuances of toasty oak in the background. On the palate the wine shows its underlying depth of dark fruit. It is silky in texture with almost a sweet impression that lingers into a ...

Our 2006 CASK Cabernet has an exceptional aromatic quality and luscious flavors of red cherries and blackberries as well as plum and cocoa on the mid-palate. With its soft, lingering finish, the wine is easy to enjoy now with roasted or grilled meats, pasta and cheeses. It is a classic representation of Rutherford Cabernet.

Hard to believe but it's been ten vintages since the inauguaral release of Miner Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon back in 1996. The '06 release is something to celebrate... masses of ripe berry fruit with purity and finesse. A superb expression of Oakville hillside fruit. Barrel aged for 21 months in 60% new French oak, drink this beauty through 2020.