RETAILER WINE SELECTIONS — CABERNET SAUVIGNON
( 92 ) Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet 2014 ( California ). Consistent quality year after year . Well-balanced aromas and fl avors of deep ripe fruit , dark chocolate mousse and easy oak . ($ 18.99 )
( 92 ) Clos Pegase Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 ( California ). From one of Napa Valley ’ s most reliably consistent producers . Well balanced , with an elegant and long fi nish . The dark fruit is evident , from the bouquet through the last sip . A great food-wine . ($ 55 )
( 92 ) William Randell Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 ( Australia ). From one of Australia ’ s unsung wine heroes . Powerful and lush , yet with good acidity and ripe tannins . An excellent example of high-end Australian winemaking , from Eden Valley . ($ 49.95 )
( 92 ) Vistamar Cabernet Syrah Grand Reserva 2014 ( Chile ). This dark , purple-hued wine from Maipo is a powerhouse , and has a soft lengthy fi nish . Full body , blackberries and some sour cherries blend nicely with subtle vanilla notes . ($ 17 )
( 92 ) Pine Ridge 2014 ( California ). The aromas of black raspberry and ripe plum lead to a big , luscious and complex wine . Dark ripe cherry , white pepper , dried herbs and integrated oak in this Napa release . ($ 57.95 )
( 92 ) Jigar Dry Creek Valley Cabernet 2014 ( California ). Dry Creek Valley produces some great cabs , and this one over delivers . 100 % cab sourced from the Mizany vineyard 30-year-old vines . Very aromatic on the nose with soft fl oral notes . Hints of coffee , allspice and dark chocolate lead to a powerful rich fi nish . Only 1,176 cases produced , and well worth the hunt to fi nd this little gem . ($ 24.99 )
( 92 ) Rock Horse Ranch Cabernet 2014 ( Washington ). Natalies Estate winemaker Boyd Teagarden decided to make a second label from his estate project and Rock Horse Ranch was born . Higher alcohol and more fruit-driven than his estate wines , but so well balanced that you would be shocked by the over-15 % alcohol as it ’ s labeled — the mark of a great winemaker . The essence of Columbia Valley is captured in this glass of cabernet . Enjoy . ($ 24.99 )
( 92 ) Courtney Benham Cabernet 2014 ( California ). This full-bodied Napa cabernet has rich black berry , raspberry and ripe cherry notes . The texture is smooth and complex with a lasting fruit packed tannic fi nish . ($ 25 )
( 91 ) Owl Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
( California ). This Lake County wine is balanced , approachable and fruit-forward , but also has a distinct spice box note that is impressive and intricate . Red fruit raspberry notes blend nicely with black cherries and pepper notes . ($ 18 )
( 91 ) Sextant Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 ( California ). Bold and full-bodied , with primary notes of black berries and dark cherries leading into a smooth texture and chocolate notes . A mouth fi lling Paso Robles wine that has tannins that grip and grip , and is well oaked to stand up to the power . ($ 21 )
( 91 ) Disruption Cabernet 2014 ( Washington ). Great value . Loaded with delicious black currant , black cherry and violet undertones . Medium bodied and well balanced . ($ 16.99 )
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