Reviews & Ratings

2008 Paul Hobbs Winery Cabernet Sauvignon "Napa Valley"

Winery: Paul Hobbs Winery

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $75

Cases produced: 4,045

KWG Score: 92.2 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)

Review date: November 28, 2011

Wine Review: This Paul Hobbs Cabernet was the best deal that we discovered in our High End Blind tasting. At this level, this wine is a steal. It is opaque and dark ruby colored and opens with a fragrant black currant bouquet with a hint of blackberry and leather. On the palate, this wine is medium to full bodied, well balanced and very smooth. The flavor profile is a delicious black currant with a hint of blueberry and black cherry. The finish is dry and its fine tannins are a tad dusty and slightly extended. The panel suggested serving this gem with wild duck breast with mushroom risotto or filet mignon. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Our 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet derives substantial depth and breadth of character from the diverse terroir represented by these four hallmark vineyards. Concentrated aromas of black currant, mocha and tobacco leaves reveal themselves as this deep crimson wine opens in the glass. A dense, viscous palate coats the mouth with boysenberry, red currant, clove and cassis. Velvety tannins weave together with layers of vanillin, baker’s cocoa, anise and cedar to create a lengthy, expressive finish.

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