Reviews & Ratings

2006 Chalk Hill Cabernet Sauvignon "Estate Bottled"

Winery: Chalk Hill

Vintage: 2006

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Estate Bottled"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 7.5% Malbec, 3% Carmenere, & 1.5% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chalk Hill

State or country: CA

Price: $65

Cases produced: 4,326

KWG Score: 90 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: December 7, 2009

Wine Review: This slightly opaque and very dark purple Cab opens with a mild black cherry bouquet with notes of clove and juniper mixed in. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and slightly acidic. The flavor profile is a mild plum with notes of oak and black pepper. The finish is quite dry with serious tannins and shows a little heat as well. The panel would pair this Cab with a pulled pork sandwich. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The 2006 vintage was long and mild with a late harvest in our Estate Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards. An episode of warm weather at the end of October resulted in ripened clusters with great complexity due to the extended time on the vine. The front and mid-palate are fruit-driven and lush, leading toward a more structured, textural finish, indicative of the age worthiness of this Cabernet.

Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell Chalk Hill 2006 Estate Cabernet.