2013 Judge Palmer Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage Select

Estate: Judge Palmer Wine Co.

Region: Sonoma County, California, United States of America

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Tasting Note:February 18, 2017

Deep and dark ruby red. A touch savory on the nose with leather, woody, dark fruits, anise, black cherries and slight twigs. Moderate tannins (6/10) and silky. Medium plus bodied with dark fruits, baking spices, black currants, black cherries, cinnamon, vanilla and a little mineral. Slightly dry with a medium plus finish.

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Fruit for this bottling comes from multiple vineyards throughout the North Coast of California, a large portion from the Ellis Alden Vineyard in Alexander Valley with a little bit of Cabernet Sauvignon from the Baldwin and Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyards. Additionally, a bit of Malbec comes from the Blau Vineyard. Made of Cabernet Sauvignon and a little Malbec. This was aged for 24 months in 50% new French oak.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2023.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Can be purchased for $42.00 from the Estate.