2013 Buccella Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: Buccella Wines

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


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Tasting Note:August 17, 2016

Super dark purplish ruby red, almost black and completely coats the glass. Layered and thick nose with tobacco, dark berries, dark baking spices and at a high intensity. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and loaded dark fruit attack; black cherries, cassis and even blackberries. A bit of espresso too. Full bodied with an insanely long finish.


Gwen was a fantastic host at Buccella this morning, we were lucky enough to taste through three of the latest releases. This is their Cabernet Sauvignon bottling made up of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot from various small vineyards throughout the valley. Whole berry fermented and aged for 22 months in 80% new French oak barrels. Only 1,130 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2016 till 2037.

Rating:

95 points.

Price Point:

$$$$ - Average price is around $145.00.