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1999 Heitz - Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon - USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley - Red

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1999 Heitz - Cabernet Sauvignon Martha's Vineyard
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USA - California - Napa - Napa Valley

Red Cabernet Sauvignon
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Score
91
Drink Dates
Comm: 2007-2015 VF: 2004-2014
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Producer Notes

Heitz Wine Cellars inhabits a pristine valley in the eastern hills of St. Helena known to the locals as Spring Valley. In 1964, Joe and Alice Heitz acquired this 160-acre ranch and winery to accommodate their burgeoning family business.

The gray stone cellar, constructed of hand-chiseled perlite in 1898, safeguards Heitz' collection of French oak barrels which are filled with aging... More »



Community Tasting Notes average score of 91 points based upon 2 reviews

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Jito72 91
Author Jito72
Site / Blog Trust Rating 99%
Tasted On 10/26/2009
Drink Dates 2007-2015

Very good and youthfull, decant extracts its best.Complex, medium-full body in a good ruby color in palate. Earthy, leaf, cigar box in an elegant way.

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Author Tj R
Site / Blog Trust Rating 98%
Tasted On 09/08/2008
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