Forman Cabernet Sauvignon (3 Liter - signed) 2004
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The fining and careful racking has left the wine with impeccable clarity despite the lack of filtration. The color, as would be expected from a fully ripe year, is dark purple. The estate shines through in the nose—it is recognizably Forman. Indeed there is plenty of ripeness but behind the power the vineyard show unmistakably. Rich blackberry, licorice and a touch of cassis are there.That certain spice, almost herbal aroma, which so clearly defines the blend as Bordeaux is also there in the background waiting to emerge as that beautiful nuance that gives Cabernet varieties their wonderful bottle bouquet when properly harvested and aged.Flavors are very expansive, even seductive, as they draw you into a complex of fruit and texture. Lively tannins and subtle oak round out a very long and lasting finish.This is a keeper and will do gown as a Forman classic.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (includes Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot in the blend) spent 20 months in barrels prior to bottling. Dark ruby/purple with a restrained but sweet nose of black currants, plums, damp earth, licorice, and white chocolate, it is an elegant, medium-bodied, opulent effort with sweet tannin and a long finish
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Dusty, cedary oak joins sleek, earthy currant and berry flavors in a tight, elegant style, much like a young Bordeaux. Trim and focused, this is supported by firm tannins and ends with a hint of sage and dried berry.
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