Reviews & Ratings

2007 Paul Hobbs Winery Cabernet Sauvignon "Napa Valley"

Winery: Paul Hobbs Winery

Vintage: 2007

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 98% Cabernet Sauvignon & 2% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $75

Cases produced: 5,657

KWG Score: 94.2 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: December 17, 2010

Wine Review: This slightly opaque and dark ruby colored Cab opens with a mild blackberry and leather bouquet with a hint of cassis. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced, and very fruit forward. The flavor profile is an extracted black plum with notes of black pepper, menthol, and black cherry. The finish is dry and its moderate oak tannins are extended. The panel suggested pairing this Cab with a NY strip steak or venison. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The diverse terroirs of four hallmark vineyards (Beckstoffer To Kalon, Hyde, Stagecoach and Beckstoffer Dr. Crane) harmonize in dense concentration for a multi-dimensional Cabernet Sauvignon of great depth and length. Aromas of lavender, anise and baker's cocoa are the prelude to a firmly-structured, deep garnet palate of black currant, cassis and fresh tobacco. Subtle floral accents and bolder graphite notes persist through the mid-palate, leading to an earthy, lengthy finish that finds tannins and subtle acidity in perfect balance.

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