CABERNET SAUVIGNON
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Cabernet Sauvignon is a medium to full-bodied, densely-colored wine, rich in berry flavor. A true Cabernet Sauvignon is unblended, austerely tannic, and characterized by the flavors of dark cherry, cedar, tobacco, and black currant. Cool climate growth can give green pepper or olive flavors.  Up to 18 months of aging in small oak barrels before bottling Cabernet is common in order to achieve more complexity. 

Cabernet's complexity melds brilliantly with other grapes. When blended with the Merlot grape for instance, a softer and more subtle Cabernet emerges without surrendering its essential character.

219 Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Knights Valley, 2004 A mouth feel of fruit that is sweet, round and complex which is supported by nice acidity and supple ripe tannins. This Cabernet Sauvignon highlights Knights Valley’s characteristically bright cherry fruit and sweet vanilla oak and pie spice aromas. $62.00   Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Beringer Private Reserve Cabernets have won numerous awards throughout the years and are heralded as being some of the best wines produced in California.  We offer the following selection of vintage years in limited quantities:      Bin 220A  1999      Bin 228     2000 $190.00 $165.00 221 Chalk Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, 2003 The wine boasts perfumed aromas of black currants, blackberry jam, with hints of lavender, mocha and star anise. The rich and expansive texture, bolstered by the ripe, velvety tannins, creates a lush mouth feel. $120.00 204 Charles Krug Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005 Beautiful deep red color with very concentrated berry aromas and traces of cocoa and vanilla. Silky palate with blackberry fruit and chewy tannins. Full-bodied structure of both elegance and depth. A round and graceful Cabernet Sauvignon with sweet vanilla oak and wood spice. $46.00 212 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, 2005 A deep garnet with slight purple hue, this Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits dark aromas of blackberry, black currant, and dark chocolate with hints of mocha and smoke. The silky tannins lead to a long finish which completes the beautiful density on the palate. $97.00 213 Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, 2002 This intense, complex Cabernet Sauvignon depicts a black color in the core of the glass, as well as layers of purple hues toward the perimeter. The nose exudes aromas of rich black currant fruit, followed by a hint of toast. Flavors of black fruit, dried herbs, fennel and leather . $120.00 222 Dynamite Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast, 2004 Aromas of dark chocolate and expresso followed by flavors of luscious blackberry, currant and plum. The acids are medium-soft, and on the palate the wine is medium-full, with rich, fine-grain tannins and a long, lingering finish. $50.00 214 Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2004 Aromas of very dark fruit, black currant and dark chocolate, with balanced, silky tannins. On the palate, ripe cassis and spice mingle with well-integrated oak and evolves into a lingering, fruit driven finish. $195.00 205 Franciscan Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2004 Exemplifies its terroir and vintage with its impeccable balance, and the way the ripe, sophisticated tannins wrap around the complex coffee, cassis and chocolate notes.  Beautiful balanced with a long finish. $58.00 112 Frei Brother Redwood Creek Cabernet Sauvignon, California, 2006 With a soft and elegant mouthfeel, this vintage is medium-to-full bodied and exhibits deep flavors of dark berry and black cherry, enriched by notes of oak and spice. $25.00 209 Frog's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005 Aromas of currant and blackberry combine with a warm spice tone right out of the glass. Flavors of dried black fruits pick up on the palate with added, subtle touches of cedar, leather and a hint of black olive. $79.00 215 Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2002 Deep ruby color with the flavor of cassis, blackberries and a hint of cedar. A perfect balance between acid and tannin with a smooth velvetly finish. $145.00 223 J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, 2005 Dark, brick-red color with purple hues and good density. An abundance of dark cherry and black currant fruit greets the nose, enhanced by spicy clove and toasty notes. On the palate, the fruit follows through with full weight and a lingering intensity and balance from the tannins. $35.00 206 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, 2003 The vibrant blueberry qualities of the Petit Verdot marry well with the soft, alluring flavors of Merlot and contribute to the complexity of the Cabernet Sauvignon. Opulent flavors, a restrained framework of oak and a lingering finish of subtle earth, cigar tobacco and cedar. $89.00 217 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005 This dark ruby-colored Cabernet Sauvignon has a rich bouquet of cinnamon, spice, licorice and caramel are followed by integrated layers of cherry, currant, fresh cream and balanced, sweet tannins. Scored 91 by Wine Spectator. $98.00 218 Kenwood "Jack London" Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, 2004 Rich and complex with aromas of mint and vanilla from French oak aging.  A full-bodied wine with flavors of black currant and rich, elegant tannins with an excellent finish. $71.00 202 Kenwood Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, 2003 Intense aromas of black currant, raspberry and blueberry are complemented by mint and bittersweet chocolate notes. Concentrated raspberry, blueberry and black cherry flavors show layered complexity against a subtle spice background. Integrated tannins give this youthful Cabernet Sauvignon opulence on the palate that stays focused through the long finish. $130.00 210 Markham Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Monterey County, 2001 Black raspberry, sour cherry and black currant aromas with intriguing spice notes of nutmeg and root beer. Vanilla and toasty oak balance the fruity components.  A beautiful balance of tannins and acidity and a long finish. $61.00 208 Raymond Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2003 Aromas of dark chocolate, blackberry, black cherry and a hint of violets envelope the senses. Opening flavors of ripe blackberry, blueberry and plum are followed by cherry, cassis and chocolate. An elegant, complex, balanced wine highlighted by lush fruit and a smooth, long finish. $66.00 201 Robert Mondavi Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, California, 2005 Medium deep ruby red color; cassis, sweet cherry and spicy oak aromas; dry, medium-bodied with fruit flavors and cedar notes in the finish. $26.00 225 Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005 Soft and seductive fragrances of freshly picked blackberries, black currants and rich mocha with sprinkles of nutmeg. Deep fruit flavors of both boysenberries and blackberries at mid-palate in this plump, full-bodied wine with soft, rich tannins. $36.00 207 Sebastiani Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, 2005 This Cabernet has lots of black cherry and toasted oak aromas with a note of dried herbs and black olives. There is an earthiness in the nose and flavor. The addition of Merlot and Cabernet Franc to the blend makes for a perfect harmony of tannin and fruit and allows the deep, black cherry fruit concentration. It finishes with a deep cherry essence and soft tannins. $47.00 229 Sebastiani Appellation Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, 2004 Full-bodied, with notes of herbs, black tea and lots of lush forward fruit.  A rich, jammy style wine with velvety tannins and rich mouth feel. $64.00 216 Silver Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2002 An opulent wine of great depth and concentration. It displays a dark garnet color and aromas of black plum, cassis liqueur, rose petals, nutmeg and sandalwood.  It offers a mouth-filling texture and a wonderful progression of flavors from berry fruit to dark chocolate, culminating in an extraordinarily long finish reminiscent of a dark chocolate truffle filled with berry liqueur. $170.00 203 Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2004 Ripe jammy fruit and cola aromas with hints of dried herbs. Medium to full-bodied with cherry, raspberry and mineral flavors. Lively acidity leads to a fruity and persistent finish. $80.00 226 Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2005 An inviting deep ruby-red color. This is a very aromatic wine, offering dark fruit, cassis, dried herbs, cocoa powder and vanilla. Flavors are blackberry and other dark fruit, black olives, caramel, root beer and vanilla. The wine’s tannins are round and chewy, offering great balance and a lingering toasty and fruity finish. $58.00 227 Trinchero Family Cabernet Sauvignon, California, 2004 Deep, dense and ripe with plums, dried herbs and red earth, it delivers the warm fruit and broad mouth feel. $32.00 211 Penfolds Thomas Hyland Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, 2004 Opulant and full, with wild raspberry freshness and an underpinning chocolately richness.  The finely grained tannins and light oak flavors lend complexity to a sustained finish. $45.00