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Calcareous 2007 "Twisted Sisters" Cabernet Sauvignon, CA

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)
Price: $25
KWG Score: 90
No. Professional Ratings: 2
# of Cases: 525
This was my favorite wine from the Calcareous portfolio that I tried at this year's Boston Wine Expo. It was opaque and dark purple colored and opens with a very attractive blueberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, very well balanced, and concentrated. The flavor profile is a ripe blueberry with notes of black pepper and blackberry. The finish is rather dry and its huge tannins are very lengthy. This wine needs fat, so pair it with a cowboy ribeye and enjoy - Ken



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