Wednesday, April 4, 2012

March 25, 2012 – Wine: 1997 Duckhorn Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (cont.)

What a difference a day makes … although, I’m guessing this wine peaked in the middle of the night.  But, by the time I got to it, the locked-down state had evolved into an ultra-smooth, completely balanced, and elegant expression of cabernet.  The well-restrained fruits presented include a mix of red and black fruits, starting with black cherry, sweet blackberry, and subtle notes of cranberry.  A fine weave of minerals holds it all together.  And with a bite of chocolate, this wine was magical.  When I open the second bottle, I’ll decant it at least four hours, maybe all afternoon.

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