Reviews & Ratings

2014 Corley Cabernet Sauvignon "State Lane Vineyard"

Winery: Corley

Vintage: 2014

Wine Name/Vineyard: "State Lane Vineyard"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Yountville

State or country: CA

Price: $80

Cases produced: 384

KWG Score: 89 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: December 11, 2017

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Cabernet Sauvignon opens with a black currant and black cherry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced and smooth. The flavor profile is a dusty mineral and cedar blend that does initially overwhelm the ripe black cherry and blueberry flavors in the background. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins fade away nicely. This Cab is refined enough for filet mignon, yet needs some aeration to move the fruit flavors forward. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: As always, this wine offers wonderful aromas of dark blackberry, cassis, hints of vanilla, and sweet undertones from the French oak barrels. The State Lane’s ever present core of expressive ripe blackberry flavors follows seamlessly. The wine is bold with State Lane’s characteristically robust tannins. The mid-palate is deeply textured and full-bodied revealing complex layers that will continue to develop with time. The finish is long and lingering, as is typical for this vineyard. We suggest decanting for 30-60 minutes prior to serving. Drink now through 2037.

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