Reviews & Ratings

2008 Girard Cabernet Sauvignon "Napa Valley"

Winery: Girard

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 94.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 2% Malbec & 1.5% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $28

Cases produced: 5,073

KWG Score: 87.7 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: October 6, 2010

Wine Review: This dark garnet colored Cab opens with a mild black cherry bouquet with hints of blackberry, cedar and leather. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, soft, and smooth. The flavor profile is a tasty black cherry with a hint of old oak and cinnamon. The finish is dry and its dusty tannins are sticky and linger a bit. The panel suggested paring this wine with Kobe burgers or lamb chops. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The 2008 vintage is medium-to-full-bodied and presents enticing aromas of toffee, leather, cocoa and blackberries. On the palate, you’ll discover vanilla, raspberry, cassis and spicy pepper. The silky tannins are well integrated and accompanied by balanced acidity, our 2008 vintage is a great food-pairing wine.

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