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1999 Chateau Montelena - Cabernet Sauvignon Calistoga Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon - USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley - Red

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USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley

Red Cabernet Sauvignon
Producer Notes

"This soars out of the ordinary." -TIME, June 7, 1976 (Judgement of Paris, tasting quote)

This quote embodies the dedication to quality and the consistently elegant, classical style Chateau Montelena has embraced since the early days. The current offerings continue to display adherence to that handcrafted heritage. One of the original "blue-chip" estates of Napa, its... More »

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88
WS 89
WA 89
IWC 87
Drink Dates
Comm: 2005-2010 WA: 2002-2014 WS: 2003-2010
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IWC 87
Source International Wine Cellar
Issue Issue 102

Bright ruby-red. High-toned aromas of redcurrant, leather, tobacco, cedar and nuts. Fairly supple and nicely concentrated, if in a somewhat rustic style. Could use a bit more nuance. Finishes with tongue-coating, slightly dry-edged tannins.

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WA 89
Source Wine Advocate
Issue 142
Drink Dates 2002-2014

The deep ruby/purple-colored 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon Calistoga Cuvee (75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot) reveals more intensity and flavor out of bottle than it did from cask. Ten to twenty percent new oak was utilized. The sweet nose of black cherries and currants is followed by a medium-bodied red displaying notions of earth, licorice, tobacco, and spice. It is a supple-textured, delicious Cabernet to enjoy over the next 10-12 years.

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WS 89
Source Wine Spectator
Drink Dates 2003-2010

Defty balanced, with ripe fruit and fresh leather, currant, blackberry and black cherry flavors. Tannins are supple, ripe and well-integrated, making this an ideal choice for near-term drinking. An excellent value. 8,500 cases made.

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Community Tasting Notes average score of 88 points based upon 2 reviews

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Author truettiger
Site / Blog   Trust Rating 96.774%
Tasted On 02/12/2012
Drink Dates 2005-2012
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Author Daniel B
Site / Blog   Trust Rating 99.364%
Tasted On 06/14/2003
Drink Dates 2005-2008

Montelen's second Cabernet consists of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot. Despite the cepage, the wine presents with many Zinfandel characteristics. Medium ruby red with briary aromas of black cherry. Surprisingly tannic (characteristic of the '99 vintage) with good acidity.

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