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Date Printed: 6/19/2013
Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2000
Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2000
 (search item no. 80423)
collectible wine


PRICE ON 6/19/2013: $99.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2009 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
2009 International Wine Cellar rating: 93 points
2009 Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
2008 International Wine Cellar rating: 93 points
2008 Tasting Panel rating: 93 points
2008 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
2008 Wine Enthusiast rating: 92 points
2007 The Wine Advocate rating: 97 points
2007 International Wine Cellar rating: 93 points
2006 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
2006 International Wine Cellar rating: 93 points
2005 The Wine Advocate rating: 97 points
2005 International Wine Cellar rating: 94 points
2004 The Wine Advocate rating: 95 points
2004 International Wine Cellar rating: 94 points
2004 Wine Spectator rating: 93 points
2003 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
2003 International Wine Cellar rating: 92 points
2002 The Wine Advocate rating: 94 points
2002 International Wine Cellar rating: 94 points
2002 Wine & Spirits rating: 92 points
2002 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 91 points
2002 Wine Enthusiast rating: 90 points
2001 The Wine Advocate rating: 97 points
2001 International Wine Cellar rating: 94 points
1999 International Wine Cellar rating: 95 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 93 points
1999 Wine Enthusiast rating: 90 points
1998 The Wine Advocate rating: 89 points
1997 The Wine Advocate rating: 95 points
1997 International Wine Cellar rating: 94 points
1997 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
1997 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
1996 Wine Enthusiast rating: 95 points
1996 International Wine Cellar rating: 93 points
1996 The Wine Advocate rating: 91 points
1996 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
1995 The Wine Advocate rating: 96 points
1995 Wine Enthusiast rating: 95 points
1995 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
1995 International Wine Cellar rating: 92 points
1994 Wine Enthusiast rating: 97 points
1994 Wine Spectator rating: 95 points
1993 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
1993 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 93 points
1992 The Wine Advocate rating: 96 points
1991 The Wine Advocate rating: 96 points
1991 Wine Spectator rating: 94 points
1990 Wine Spectator rating: 94 points
1990 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
1989 Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
1989 The Wine Advocate rating: 90 points
1987 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
1987 International Wine Cellar rating: 90 points
1986 Wine Spectator rating: 95 points
1985 Wine Spectator rating: 88 points
1978 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
1978 The Wine Advocate rating: 90 points

Winemaker's Notes:
The 2000 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon kept evolving in my mind until I made the final blend. All of the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes on Howell Mountain had lots of stuffing, so I knew I'd be able to make a big wine, but it wasn't until I tasted the trial blend with a big shot of Cabernet Franc that I knew it was right. In past Private Reserves, our Cab Franc component was very small, and in 1998 and 1999, it wasn't an option because we didn't get enough of it, but in 2000, it was awesome. -Ed Sbragia, Winemaker
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About Beringer Vineyards:

 No winery or vineyard more thoroughly embodies the timeless appeal and seductive flavor of Napa Valley than Beringer Vineyards, Napa's benchmark producer since the establishment of the vineyard in 1876.

Now in its third century of crafting classic wines from Napa's finest appellations and vineyards, Beringer today is guided by the inspired partnership of celebrated Winemaster Emeritus Ed Sbragia and Winemaker Laurie Hook. Together, they craft Napa Valley wines that speak eloquently of the rich heritage of the Beringer Vineyard, while offering cutting-edge quality and contemporary elegance. The exquisite wines crafted at the Beringer Vineyards display a single minded dedication and pursuit of excellence instilled by its founder, Jacob Beringer.