RETAILER WINE SELECTIONS - CABERNET SAUVIGNON
( 94 ) Textbook 2016 ( California ). Big and bold with hints of mushrooms , spice and boysenberry . Grippy tannins make this a perfect match for a grass-fed filet . ($ 32.95 )
( 94 ) Sean Minor Napa Cabernet 2015 ( California ). Aromas of cherry , currant and blackberries open up to chocolate and dark plum on the palate . The tannins and oak are balanced nicely in this bargain of a Napa Cabernet . ($ 24.99 )
( 94 ) Clos Pegase Cabernet 2015 ( California ). Sourced from a single vineyard at the north end of the valley . Hand harvested at night , and aged 17 months , 85 % cab , with a touch of petite verdot . Deep , rich color , with a hint of spice and dark chocolate . Soft , silky finish from a Napa pioneer . ($ 44.99 )
( 94 ) Miner Emily ’ s Cuvee 2013 ( California ). Offered in remembrance of winery co-founder , Emily Miner , this wine is softened by 5 % cabernet franc . The grapes coming from a handful of vineyards , including Stagecoach and Emilio ’ s Terrace . Dried herb , with sagebrush , highlights a tight structure that ’ s savory , with a light touch of oak . Velvety finish with well-integrated tannins makes this wine a personal favorite that I could drink glass after glass . Seek this out , as it will not be around for long . Drink now or hold for a few years . ($ 43.99 )
( 93 ) Wente Charles Wetmore Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 ( California ). This single vineyard cabernet sauvignon offers rich and concentrated dark fruit flavors of cassis , blackberry , dark cherry and currant . Vanilla and black licorice follow the burst of fruit flavors giving way to a long , lingering finish with ample tannins and a hint of spice . ($ 25.99 )
( 93 ) Hologram Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville 2016 ( California ). A power-packed Yountville wine , the aromas are fruity and dark with raspberry and mocha notes . The palate matches , adding in dark cherry notes to the mix . The lengthy finish is impressive . ($ 32.99 )
( 93 ) Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet 2014 ( California ). Plump and elegant , full , rich and concentrated with a touch of spice . Long finish . Enjoy now or cellar for a few years . ($ 60 )
( 93 ) Empezar Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 ( Argentina ). An attractive , youthful and vibrant cabernet sauvignon from Maipu . Big aromas of red fruits , pomegranate and plums give this medium-bodied red intensity without the alcohol overpowering the fruit . Six months in French oak rounds out the tannins . ($ 18 )
( 93 ) Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 ( California ). Inky black with purple edges . Big , bold aromas carrying scents of blueberry jam , cassis and mushrooms . Silky smooth palate follows , nicely balanced , cocoa beans , black cherries , blueberries , dates and fine woody tannins . ($ 30.99 ) ( 93 ) Mollydooker Gigglepot Cabernet 2016 ( Australia ). Rich and creamy with heaps of dark chocolate and vanilla . Nice toasty and spicy long finish that goes on forever . ($ 50 )
( 93 ) D ’ Amande Cabernet Paso Robles El Pomar 2016 ( California ). From the El Pomar District AVA in Paso Robles , this cabernet has plenty of dark-chocolate notes and a lot of fi- nesse with balanced uplifting acidity on the finish . Not a shy wine , there is power here in addition to the elegance and balance . ($ 32.99 )
( 93 ) Truth & Valor Cabernet Paso 2016 ( California ). Aromas of currant and plum give you insight into how dark this wine gets on the palate . An elegant , full , black-fruit driven wine that is all about being silky smooth and energetic at the same time . ($ 29.99 )
( 93 ) Truth & Valor Cabernet Santa Margarita 2016 ( California ). From the Santa Margarita Ranch AVA in Paso Robles I could easily mistake this for left bank Bordeaux with its red-fruit dominance , yet nuanced with tobacco , and tealeaf notes . A step up in intensity and has a fantastic integration of acid and tannins . ($ 39.99 )
( 93 ) Daou Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 ( California ). A wonderfully balanced , and yet complex , wine . Rich berry fruit are complimented with a hint of cedar and a slight , yet pretty , herbaceous note . This is a substantial cabernet that over delivers for the price . ($ 29 )
( 93 ) Clayhouse Red Cedar Vineyard 2014 ( California ). This is a fruity take on the grape , cabernet sauvignon , beginning with a nose of fresh and vibrant boysenberry fruit and minerality . The palate is tasty in a hedonistic way , but very primary , with flavors of fruit punch . Easy to drink and value driven . Drink now . ($ 14.99 )
( 92 ) Achaval Ferrer Cabernet Sauvignon , 2013 ( Argentina ). Fascinating aromas of dried flowers and jammy blackcurrants , very fruit forward happy nose . Full-to-medium body with rich ripe medium tannins and medium-plus acid to a ripe , full-body , flavorful , spicy finish . ($ 25.99 )
( 92 ) Balancing Act 2015 ( Washington State ). A lush and smooth cabernet sauvignon . Ripe mixed berry , fruit-forward aromas of plum , black currant , herb and spice lead to blue and black fruit flavors in this wine with hints of pepper and vanilla spice . The finish is supported by grainy tannins , notes of coffee and cherries on the long finish , delivering easy-drinking appeal . Wonderful example of what is happening in the Washington wine region . Drink now . ($ 19.99 )
( 92 ) Round Pond Kith & Kin Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 ( California ). The deep rich color is the first indication of the fantastic tasting experience you will have with this cabernet sauvignon . Intense berry fruit , firm tannins and balanced acidity give this wine an amazing structure and flavor . It gets better with every sip . ($ 35 )
( 92 ) Crossfork Creek Cabernet Yakima 2016 ( Washington ). Dense , deep and ripe , this has those fantastic creamy-cassis notes that permeate all flavors . Lots of black and blue fruit , this wine punches above its weight and is a fine representation of excellent value from the Yakima Valley . ($ 24.99 )
( 92 ) Beringer Bros . Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet 2016 ( California ). Great value — hard to resist . Smooth and easy drinking with lots of dark chocolate , toffee and a touch of spice . ($ 15 )
( 92 ) Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 ( California ). Toasted coconut , pencil shavings , graphite , red currant and baked blackberry aromas . Deftly balanced with ripe and sweet tannins finishing long and juicy . ($ 75 )
( 92 ) Foxglove Cabernet 2017 ( California ). Always one of the best values in California . Dark cherry , licorice and plum on the palate . Smooth
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