Reviews & Ratings

2008 Shannon Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon "Ranch Collection"

Winery: Shannon Ridge Vineyards

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Ranch Collection"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petite Sirah, & 3% Merlot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Lake County

State or country: CA

Price: $19

Cases produced: 12,000

KWG Score: 87 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (87)

Review date: January 10, 2012

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Cabernet opens with a mild smoky oak and gentle black currant bouquet with hints of light leather and tobacco. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, soft, round and easy to drink. The flavor profile is a blueberry and cherry vanilla blend with hints of menthol and mild integrated oak. The finish is dry and its tannins are slightly prolonged. This Cab is food friendly and would be a nice wine with a barbecue chicken sandwich or a bacon and cheddar burger. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Color: Deep Garnet, Ruby Aroma: Jammy Blackberry, Ripe Cherry, Vanilla, Spice Flavor: Bing Cherry, Buttered Toast, Cassis Texture: Rich, Well balanced with a long finish

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