Reviews & Ratings

2009 Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon "Estate"

Winery: Spottswoode

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Estate"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, & 1% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: St. Helena

State or country: CA

Price: $145

Cases produced: 2,748

KWG Score: 94.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: October 19, 2012

Wine Review: This slightly opaque dark red colored Cabernet opens with a fragrant blue and black berry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is fruit forward, silky and lush. The flavor profile is a tasty ripe red currant and gentle red raspberry with notes of red beet and a touch of oak. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are well managed and fade away nicely. This ripe Cab would pair nicely with wiener schnitzel ala Roquefort. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: The 2009 Spottswoode Estate has inviting aromas of blackberry syrup, ripe cherries, dried wild blueberries, and pipe tobacco intermixed with rich dark chocolate. The vintage showcases a wonderful balance of acidity, vibrancy, and powdery tannins that float on the palate with flavors of sweet vanilla, hints of molasses and baking spices. The first-time addition of a small amount of Petit Verdot, which we planted in 2006, enhances our trademark deep color, while contributing a bit of additional weight and silky smooth tannins. This opulent wine has terrific density and structure making it enjoyable now, yet full of promise for great aging potential.

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