Tasting Notes for Jones Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1998

Red Wines	Cabernet Sauvignon	Napa Valley	California

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Date Printed: 5/22/2013

Jones Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1998

(search item no. 116906)

boutique wine

collectible wine

Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
PRICE ON 5/22/2013: $49.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2002 The Wine Advocate rating: 92 points
1999 Wine Enthusiast rating: 94 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 93 points
1999 The Wine Advocate rating: 91 points

Winemaker's Notes:

This wine is red-ruby in color. It has nicely developed ripe fruit aromas of blackberry and cherry with a hint of red licorice. In the mouth, it again shows ripeness as well as good length. The flavors are consistent with the aromas. Moderate oak level adds to the complexity without overpowering the fruit. It has some spiciness and sweet toasty oak in the mouth. Ripe Cabernet flavor is persistent and lasts several minutes. The balance of all the flavor components is quite good. An exciting wine from a challenging vintage.

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About Jones Family Vineyards:

Jones Family Vineyards was established in 1996 as a family run winery with the singular focus to produce the finest wines from special vineyards.