Reviews & Ratings

2005 Charles Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon "La Vista Stagecoach Vineyard"

Winery: Charles Creek Vineyard

Vintage: 2005

Wine Name/Vineyard: "La Vista Stagecoach Vineyard"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon & 3% Merlot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $55

Cases produced: 238

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: January 13, 2009

Wine Review: This wine from the famous Stagecoach Vineyard is almost black in color. It opens with a black currant like bouquet with hints of anise and spice. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, nicely balanced, juicy, and full flavored. The flavor profile is a spicy black currant. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are slightly extended. This wine would pair perfectly with a pepper encrusted NY Strip steak. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: A worthy successor to the highly praised 2004 vintage, this 2005 offering is tightly wound with good weight and structure for the cellar. Given time to aerate in the glass, a classic nose of dark fruits, spice and pipe-shop tobacco emerges. The flavors of juicy plum or dark cherry are accented by bright acidity and firm yet pliant tannins. Notes of vanilla and caramel carry through the finish.

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