1997 Trefethen Family Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
UNITED STATES / CALIFORNIA / NAPA
Wine Spectator | Rating: 86
Strives for complexity, but tastes a bit awkward. High-toned currant and black cherry flavors are bright, while chewy tannins stand out on the finish. There's a small chance it will reward cellaring.Author: James Laube
Self | Rating: 91
saddle leather nose, tobacco, currents, dark blackberry, a bit tight on opening but 15 minutes later it opened up to big juicy fruitDrink Dates: 2004-2012Author: Charles
Trefethen Vineyards is one of Napa Valley's few remaining family wine estates. Their vineyard is nestled in a verdant landscape of vines at the cooler, in the Oak Knoll District at the southern end of Napa Valley.
Trefethen sustainably farms 63 distinct vineyard blocks, encompassing nine different grape varieties (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Viognier), 10 different types of rootstock, and 49 different clones, including 13 of Chardonnay and 10 of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Trefethen sustainably farms 63 distinct vineyard blocks, encompassing nine different grape varieties (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Viognier), 10 different types of rootstock, and 49 different clones, including 13 of Chardonnay and 10 of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Collector Data For This Wine
- 16 bottles owned
- 8 collectors
- Average collector rating: 91
(Out of 8 collectors)