March 31, 2012 – Wine: 2004 Bell Cellars Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon

I stumbled upon the 2001 vintage of this wine at a Whole Foods market back in 2005.  I was intrigued by the wine’s price, bottle, and designation (Clone 6), so I did some research.  My research ultimately landed me in the tasting room at Bell Cellars, where I ended up joining their wine club for 4+ years.  The nose of this 2004 is sweet.  The palette starts with minerals, followed closely by sour cherries, cocoa powder, wild black berries, and many other layers.  The finish endures for nearly a minute.  The tannins are not noticed until after you have swallowed, and there is not a harsh edge to this well-balanced effort.

2004 Bell Cellars Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon