2005 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Estate: Robert Mondavi Winery

Region: Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America

Tasting Note:September 8, 2017

Night six on the Allure of the Seas and wine number eight from the wine crate. This night we are at Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse.

Deep garnet red. Dark and layered nose with notes of cinnamon, spices, menthol, and a touch of damp leaves. Heavy tannins (7/10) and full bodied. Rich and powerful on the palate, drinking at its peak right now. Layers of cassis, black currants, some forest floor and herbal elements. Strong acidity too. Long finish.

Made up of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak. Majority of the fruit comes from the To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville (81%), with the remainder from Oakville Bench (18%) and the Stags Leap District (7%).

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2027.

Rating:

93 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Average price is around $114.00.

Robert Mondavi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Reserve, Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of AmericaGreg Ballington2005, Robert Mondavi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve, Napa Valley, North Coast, California Wine Month, California, United States of America, Red Wine, Allure of the Seas, Royal Caribbean, Samba Grill, Genevieve Janssens, September 2017Comment