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2013 Aonair Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Series

Estate: Aonair Wines

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



Tasting Note:January 13, 2017

Super dark ruby red with medium viscosity. Super dark nose with baking spices (especially cinnamon), herbs and dark cherries. Even a bit of dark fruits. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Definite mountain fruit on the palate. Very dark on the palate, both spices and fruit. Super long finish.


This vintage is made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from 3 different vineyards. 60% of the fruit comes from the Spring Mountain District, 20% each from Howell Mountain and Diamond Mountain District. Aged in 80% new French oak for two years, of which one year was for separate fermentation.

Drink Dates:

2015 till 2030.

Rating:

93 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Took to Founding Farmers in DC. Can be purchased through their allocation list for $64.42.


Tasting Note:August 11, 2016

Beautiful dark ruby red with a purplish core. Expressive nose with dark purple flowers, blueberries, blackberries and cassis. Moderate tannins (7/10) that are silky and well integrated. Full bodied with both red and black cherries, undertones in darker fruits too. Long and lingering finish that has a slight dryness to it. Most likely from the structure and acidity from the mountain juice. Easily built to last and tons of backbone.


This vintage is made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from 3 different vineyards. 60% of the fruit comes from the Spring Mountain District, 20% each from Howell Mountain and Diamond Mountain District. Aged in 80% new French oak for two years, of which one year was for separate fermentation.

Drink Dates:

2015 till 2031.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Tasted at the estate. Can be purchased through their allocation list for $64.42.


Tasting Note:October 5, 2015

Deep ruby red. Notes of cassis and dark chocolate on the nose. Solid tannins with a medium plus body. Grabs the top of your palate and grippy on the tongue.


This vintage is made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from 3 different vineyards. 60% of the fruit comes from the Spring Mountain District, 20% each from Howell Mountain and Diamond Mountain District. Aged in 80% new French oak for two years, of which one year was for separate fermentation.

Drink Dates:

N/A.

Rating:

92+ points.

Price Point:

$$ - Tasted at the estate. Can be purchased through their allocation list for $64.42.