2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
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The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa possesses notes of forest floor, charcoal and black fruits along with an easy-going, medium to full-bodied, round, generous mouthfeel. It is a reasonably priced Cabernet Sauvignon meant to be casually drunk at bistros and brasseries. This delicious, consumer-friendly, seductive, fully mature Cabernet is capable of holding another 5-6 years. One of the most successful, accomplished and irrepressible personalities of Northern California is globe-trotting wine consultant Paul Hobbs. His home base is in the Russian River sector of California, but his talents are such that he can go into Napa and turn out spectacular Cabernet Sauvignons from a multitude of sources. Tel. (707) 824-9879
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Deep red. Ripe cherry and redcurrant aromas, with a deeper note of dark chocolate. Full and round, with flavors of cherry compote and plum jam supported by gentle tannins. A round, sweet cabernet with very good depth and length. You could drink this now.
Ruby-red. Bright, primary nose features black cherry and minerals. Currant and chocolate flavors offer more thorough sweetness than the 2003 version, with harmonious acidity giving the wine good shape and grip. Finishes fresh, sweet and persistent.
About the producer
Paul Hobbs is one of California wine’s biggest names. Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, he joined Robert Mondavi in 1977, worked at Opus One and Simi before setting up his eponymous winery in 1991.