2009 Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon C C Ranch

(14.4% alcohol): Bright, medium red-ruby. Black cherry, licorice and a minty nuance on the nose. Dense and seamless but with a firm spine of acidity and a floral note giving a light touch to the flavors of dark berries and licorice. Not a thick wine but boasts excellent definition. Finishes with substantial dusty tannins and plenty of energy. This needs time to knit.

Author: Stephen Tanzer

Issue: May/June 2013