The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon RBS, made from clone 337 and aged 20 months in a combination of Darnajou and Taransaud barrels, hit 14.5% natural alcohol. This wine shows the classic Pauillac nose of cedarwood, creme de cassis, licorice and fruitcake. It is f
This remains a rich, powerful expression of Cabernet, open-throttle, with dark blackberry, wild berry and blueberry flavors and touches of mocha and loamy earth, ending with ripe, full-bodied tannins and great length. Shows no sign of fatigue.—2004 California Cabernet blind retrospective (August 2014). Drink now through 2024. 125 cases made. — JL (11/2014)
(from Clone 337) Good deep ruby-red. Currant, licorice, tar, coffee, mocha and spices on the nose. Fat, lush and sweet, stuffed with red fruit flavor and lifted by enticing inner-mouth aromatic character. Finishes with rich, suave tannins. This has turned out very well.- Stephen Tanzer (05/2007)
Producer: Schrader Cellars
Vintage: 2004
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: USA
Region: CA - North Coast (Napa,Sonoma)
Sub-Region: Napa
Appellation: Oakville
Sub-Appellation: Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard
SKU: #
.
