Rubicon Estate CASK Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
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Rubicon Estate CASK Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
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(this vintage is sold out)
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- Light & Fruity: Red wines that are more fruit-forward and lighter in tannin and body.
- Smooth & Supple: Medium bodied reds that go down easy, with smooth tannins and supple fruit.
- Earthy & Spicy: Wines where earthy and/or spicy dominate the flavors – typically medium to full body.
- Big & Bold: Full bodied wines that have concentrated fruit and are higher in alcohol and/or tannins. Some need age.
winemaker's notes:
The 2005 CASK Cabernet has layers of ripe, red cherries, plum, vanilla, cocoa, and toast. The wine is remarkable now, especially if served with intensely flavored meats or cheeses, but it also can be aged for 10 years or more. This is a monumental vintage for CASK.
critical acclaim:
"Black-garnet hue with a ruby rim. Upfront aromas of black cherry, coffee bean and graphite. Opulent cherry-chocolate flavors laced with minerals and youthful wood tannins. Stylish, lasting finish showcases purity of fruit (98% cabernet/2% petit verdot), balance and structure."
95 Points
The Wine News
"Lots of new, smoky oak stands out on this polished Cab. Give it a little time in a decanter before you drink, as it pulls together, becoming more powerful and accenting the blackberry and cherry flavors. Should develop for a decade"
90 Points
Wine Enthusiast
user reviews & lists:
6 out of 8 people would buy this wine again.
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user reviews:
- 12/13/2009
I would buy this wine again
I admit some of my enjoyment in this wine is based on it being organic. That aside it is a great wine which is nicely balanced.
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- 11/27/2009
I would buy this wine again
I served this wine at a small gathering of friends. I could tell just by the smell of the cork this was going to be good. It was full bodied and hearty yet very smooth and fruity. We wanted to open my 2nd bottle but I am saving that for an 8 year taste comparison.
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