Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
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Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
winemaker's notes:
True to the varietal and the region,
this powerful, concentrated Cabernet
Sauvignon opens with aromas of juicy
black cherries and Italian plums,
seamlessly transitioning to flavors of
ripe dark fruit. Its rich, fleshy texture,
lengthy finish, and impeccable
balance impart a regal maturity to this
wine that belies its true age.
85% Cabernet Sauvignon; 7% Merlot; 5% Cabernet Franc; 2% Syrah; 1% Petit Verdot
alcohol by volume:
15.3%
critical acclaim:
"Notably herbal, showing bay leaf and mint notes, along with plenty of currant, earth, mineral and dried berry flavors to fill in the gaps. Full-bodied and firmly tannic, ending with complex black licorice and wet stone flavors. Best from 2012 through 2020. 93,000 cases made."
89 Points
Wine Spectator
"The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa, Mondavi's least expensive Cabernet Sauvignon, is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and other grapes. It has a healthy deep ruby/purple color, with a pleasant nose of black fruits intermixed with hints of charcoal and spice, delicious, sweet fruit, medium body, and nice suppleness and flesh. Given that discounters will probably price this wine in the low twenties, this could be an outstanding bargain. It is no doubt a tribute to the talents of their director of winemaking, Genevieve Janssens. Drink it over the next decade. "
89 Points
The Wine Advocate
"Bright ruby-red. Perfumed, floral aromas of cassis, black cherry, menthol and rose petal. Not a fleshy wine but offers lovely floral lift to the savory, dry flavors of ripe plum, cherry and spices. Finishes firmly tannic and a tad dry.
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89 Points
International Wine Cellar
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